Off the Shelf 0708-7
Marley & MeBy John Grogan
CD Audiobook read by John Grogan
© 2005
Who can resist the adorable face of an 'innocent' looking puppy? Even if he turns out to be a bit mischievous, Marley is the warm and loving pet of the Grogan household. Marley manages to endure many adventures with his family, including a chain of unsuccessful dog training sessions, a burglarized neighborhood, numerous foreign objects in his stomach, and an acting role for a feature film. This touching story about the trials and tribulations of a Labrador retriever and his family will tug at your heart and pull on your laugh lines!
The author not only captures the antics of our furry friends with a light and humorous voice, but he lays the groundwork for the real meaning of those relationships between human and animals. The bonding and unconditional love that develops among family members - including the four-legged variety. As with most relationships, there are subtle lessons to be learned and memories to create. No doubt, this book is a must read for dog-lovers!
My recommendation: 4 out of 5 stars
Submitted by M. Coleman, Media Specialist
Labels: Animals, Book review
posted by LWTHS&IT_MediaCenter at
9:54 PM
1 Comments:
Oh, you probably know that I would just have to respond to this review, given my love for this book. I haven't listened to the audio version, but I read the book itself. I can't agree more that this is a must read/listen for any dog lover - probably any animal lover, period. This is one of the rare books that made me laugh and cry, sometimes at the same time.
Your review writes that the book "lays the groundwork for the real meaning of those relationships between human and animals. The bonding and unconditional love that develops among family members - including the four-legged variety...there are subtle lessons to be learned and memories to create." So very true.
I've heard this book described as a "love letter to dogs," and what they bring to our lives - and I couldn't agree more. My own Marley was named "Laura"... and although it broke my heart to lose her, reading "Marley and Me" brought back to me all the reasons why we are so lucky to have these animals in our lives.
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Jeanette Johnson, at 10/06/2007 11:11 PM
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