Books : The Art of Racing in the Rain

Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780061537936
ISBN: 0061537934
Label: Harper
Manufacturer: Harper
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 336
Publication Date: May 01, 2008
Publisher: Harper
Release Date: May 13, 2008
Studio: Harper
Sales Rank: 130

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Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: a philosopher with a nearly human soul (and an obsession with opposable thumbs), he has educated himself by watching television extensively, and by listening very closely to the words of his master, Denny Swift, an up-and-coming race car driver.

Through Denny, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition, and he sees that life, like racing, isn't simply about going fast. Using the techniques needed on the race track, one can successfully navigate all of life's ordeals.

On the eve of his death, Enzo takes stock of his life, recalling all that he and his family have been through: the sacrifices Denny has made to succeed professionally; the unexpected loss of Eve, Denny's wife; the three-year battle over their daughter, Zoë, whose maternal grandparents pulled every string to gain custody. In the end, despite what he sees as his own limitations, Enzo comes through heroically to preserve the Swift family, holding in his heart the dream that Denny will become a racing champion with Zoë at his side. Having learned what it takes to be a compassionate and successful person, the wise canine can barely wait until his next lifetime, when he is sure he will return as a man.

A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope, The Art of Racing in the Rain is a beautifully crafted and captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could tell it.

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- Woof Woff - Extraordinary, Fabulous, Superb need I say more!
Loved this book! Brought back so many fond memories of my little "POLO" who was with me for 14 years - may he RIP. Today as I walk the streets in NYC I find myself talking to dog owners and recommending this book. Truly enjoyed the journey, I laugh, cried, and laugh again. . . incredible. :)

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- If it keeps your wife up
I bought this book for my wife and I can't remember when (been married 41 years) I bought her a book that she couldn't put down. She didn't come to bed she read it almost non stop (she did put it down so she could fix my meals). Then she told me the story in such detail I did not have to read it. She loved it!

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- Great but very sad
Outstanding book written very well, but so very sad. Enzo was the best. Makes you look at your own dog differently!

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- wonderful book must read
if you love dogs this is a must read. Very well written sad but funny, witty. Now I know what my dog thinks sometimes.

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- A dog's Mind
I shy away from books or videos in which dogs or other animals can suddenly talk or act like humans. They are generally too "cutesy" and unrealistic. I don't remember what drew me to this book but I am thankful. Garth Stein has such an insight to a dog's mind that one must wonder if he, too began the life chain as a dog some life-times ago. I laughed and cried throughout the book and I have recommended it to many others. If you start reading, you won't put it down, you won't regret it, and you'll ... Read More

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