It's hard not to be charmed by "The Penguin Lessons," particularly if you're an animal lover or someone who enjoys tales of unexpected companionship. The backdrop of Argentina's political climate adds a layer of profundity, but at its heart, this is a story about a man and the penguin he rescues – a relationship that teaches how caring for another being can lead to profound bonds. It's stirring, heartwarming, and offers a beautiful reminder of humanity's capacity for connection.

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"I was hoping against hope that the penguin would survive because as of that instant he had a name, and with his name came the beginning of a bond which would last a life-time." Set against Argentina's turbulent years following the collapse of the corrupt Peronist regime, this is the story of Juan Salvador the penguin, rescued by English schoolteacher Tom Michell from an oil slick in Uruguay just days before a new term. When the bird refuses to leave Tom's side, the young teacher has no choice but to take it with him and look after it. This is their story.

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