Harry By The Sea. By Gene Zion. 1995 Edition Hardcover Very good condition. Harry by the Sea is a 1965 children's picture book by Gene Zion, featuring the beloved dog Harry, who gets covered in seaweed at the beach and is mistaken for a sea monster. The story follows Harry's hilarious misadventures as he tries to find his family amidst the confusion, eventually being reunited with them at a hot dog stand. The book is a sequel to Harry the Dirty Dog and is known for its humor and relatable situations for young readers.