Dependable, reliable, always ready to lend a helping paw, the venerable Badger knows just about everything. Nearing the end of his life, he helps his companions come to terms with the loss of their dear friend. Susan Varley's classic tale about a group of forest animals is a gentle and touching lesson about loss, mourning, and the ongoing power of friendship.

"A book full of feeling which treats a difficult subject with tact and restraint". -- Books for Keeps