15 Books Like The Book of the Dun Cow

Set in a mythic animal kingdom, The Book of the Dun Cow follows Chauntecleer the Rooster as he leads his fellow animals in a battle against the evil serpent Wyrm. The story is an allegory for the eternal struggle between good and evil, with rich symbolism and deep moral lessons.

Walter Wangerin Jr.’s novel blends myth, fable, and Christian themes, offering readers a timeless tale of courage, sacrifice, and leadership. The animals’ journey, particularly Chauntecleer’s, highlights the importance of faith and the battle for righteousness in the face of despair.

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15 Books Listed
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Languages: English
Rating: 4.3
Author: Walter Wangerin Jr.
Reading Age: 15 years
Pages: 256
Grade Level: 9-12
Series: Chauntecleer the Rooster
Characters: Chauntecleer the Rooster, Mundo Cani Dog, Wyrm

1: Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom

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A heartwarming memoir by Mitch Albom about the life lessons learned from a dying mentor, focusing on love, work, and finding meaning.

Tuesdays with Morrie and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but Tuesdays with Morrie lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. Tuesdays with Morrie is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.7

2: Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende

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Isabel Allende’s novel of love, adventure, and self-discovery set during the California Gold Rush, following a young woman’s quest for independence.

Daughter of Fortune and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but Daughter of Fortune lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. Daughter of Fortune is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.2

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3: Hathor and the Prince by Tiana Laveen

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A beloved fable by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry about a young prince’s journey through different worlds, offering wisdom on love, loss, and childhood wonder.

Hathor and the Prince and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but Hathor and the Prince lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. Hathor and the Prince is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.5

4: Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert

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Elizabeth Gilbert’s memoir of self-discovery and healing, chronicling her travels through Italy, India, and Bali in search of pleasure, spirituality, and balance.

Eat Pray Love and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but Eat Pray Love lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. Eat Pray Love is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.2

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5: The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff

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This philosophical book uses Winnie the Pooh as a metaphor to explain the basic principles of Taoism and living a balanced life.

The Tao of Pooh and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but The Tao of Pooh lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. The Tao of Pooh is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.4

6: The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran

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A collection of poetic essays by Kahlil Gibran, offering philosophical insights on life, love, and human nature.

The Prophet and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but The Prophet lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. The Prophet is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.6

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7: The Pilgrimage by Paulo Coelho

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Paulo Coelho’s account of his pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago, blending adventure with reflections on personal growth and spirituality.

The Pilgrimage and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but The Pilgrimage lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. The Pilgrimage is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.1

8: Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse

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Hermann Hesse’s spiritual journey follows Siddhartha as he seeks enlightenment, exploring themes of self-discovery, spirituality, and inner peace.

Siddhartha and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but Siddhartha lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. Siddhartha is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.5

9: The Life of Pi by Yann Martel

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A captivating story by Yann Martel about survival, faith, and the human spirit, as a young boy is stranded on a lifeboat with a tiger.

The Life of Pi and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like Fantasy, but The Life of Pi lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction. The Life of Pi is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.3

10: One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez

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Gabriel García Márquez’s masterpiece of magical realism, depicting the rise and fall of the Buendía family across generations in a mythical town.

One Hundred Years of Solitude and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but One Hundred Years of Solitude lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. One Hundred Years of Solitude is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.6

11: The Book of Mirdad by Mikhail Naimy

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A philosophical and mystical work that presents timeless spiritual teachings in the form of a conversation between a teacher and his disciples.

The Book of Mirdad and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but The Book of Mirdad lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. The Book of Mirdad is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.5

12: Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach

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A parable by Richard Bach about a seagull’s desire to break free from conformity and discover the higher meaning of life.

Jonathan Livingston Seagull and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but Jonathan Livingston Seagull lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. Jonathan Livingston Seagull is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.4

13: The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

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Khaled Hosseini’s poignant novel of friendship, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of a changing Afghanistan.

The Kite Runner and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but The Kite Runner lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. The Kite Runner is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.6

This book by Robin Sharma offers life lessons and spiritual wisdom through the story of a successful lawyer who finds inner peace.

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.3

15: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

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Paulo Coelho’s spiritual novel follows Santiago, a shepherd, as he embarks on a journey to discover the meaning of life and personal fulfillment.

The Alchemist and The Book of the Dun Cow have similar features like none, but The Alchemist lacks the following features like Allegory, Christian Fiction, Fantasy. The Alchemist is Paid while The Book of the Dun Cow is Unknown.

Rating: 4.7

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