033 - Chapter 33 Back From The Wild

033 - Chapter 33 Back From The Wild

From To and Again by Alec John Dawson

February 11, 2026 · 7 min

About this episode

The episode discusses Alec John Dawson's beloved animal adventure, Finn the Wolfhound, and its themes of loyalty and adventure.

Dawson is an accomplished author with over thirty published works, but none resonate quite like his beloved animal adventure, Finn the Wolfhound (1908). Inspired by his own dog, Tynagh, and her impressive son, Gareth, Dawson crafted a tale that has captivated readers for generations. The story follows Finn, a majestic Irish Wolfhound, as he embarks on a thrilling journey from England to Australia. Along the way, he faces a series of daring escapades, including a stint in a circus and a daring escape to the wild outback. Ultimately, Finn’s loyalty shines as he reunites with his master and saves his life, making this tale a timeless classic that continues to be cherished and reprinted. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales

People in this episode

Host: Alec John Dawson

Topics covered

  • animal adventure
  • loyalty
  • journey
  • circus
  • classic literature

Keywords

  • Finn the Wolfhound
  • Alec John Dawson
  • animal adventure
  • Irish Wolfhound
  • loyalty
  • circus
  • wild outback

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Finn the Wolfhound

Places: England, Australia, wild outback

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