by RoryKnightBruce (Author)
Timothy made his first appearance in the nation's history when he was a ship's mascot in the Crimean War in 1854. After a long naval career, he retired for a quieter life on land and was given to the Earl of Devon in 1892. From then until his untimely death in April 2004, he lived in Powderham Castle where he was much loved by family and visitors alike. Lady Gabrielle Courtenay, now 91, looked after him for the second half of his life, and she recalls the great stories and escapades involving Timothy: how he got drunk on azalea blossom, and how the family had to buy a special tortoise train ticket for him when they went on their holidays in the 1920s. Timothy's story is not just the tale of a remarkable tortoise, it is a social history of the last century and a half. Rory Knight Bruce has spoken to all those who knew him best, from the Devons to the aged retainers at the castle who looked after him. He was a symbol of continuity, and this is a warm and nostalgic account of the life he lived.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 176
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Orion
Published: 28 Oct 2004
ISBN 10: 0752868721
ISBN 13: 9780752868721
Book Overview: There was huge national publicity when it was announced that Timothy had died Rory Knight Bruce is the only journalist to have interviewed, and to have picked up, Timothy In 2003 Eats Shoots and Leaves was the surprise bestseller of the year; in 2004 it will be Timothy, who ate shoots and leaves A real feel-good story that will make this book a natural gift at Christmas Lettuce say that the coverage so far is only the tip of the iceberg, the book is a gem, and sales will rocket There are more than 50,000 visitors a year to Powderham Castle, all of whom will have heard of Timothy
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