This is a heartwarming, yet quirky, story about a boy called Jerry whose much-loved puppy, Ginger Pye, goes missing.

Jerry and his sister begin a desperate hunt for Ginger, who they're convinced has been stolen away by the stranger in the yellow hat.

After months of fruitless searching the children are about to give up hope when a chance gust of wind reveals the villain to the children and Ginger Pye is saved.

This is a book which has stood the test of time and deals with the special relationship between a boy and his dog in a fun and lively way.