The Art of Racing in the Rain

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• The Art Of Racing in the Rain

  In Garth Stein’s touching story, the appealing narrator is a dog named Enzo, who (of course) cannot communicate as he'd like to, by talking with his family. Instead, he pours his considerable heart and spirit into this book, sharing his experiences a ... (read full critics)

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• Book Review: The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein Share

  As the companion to an elderly Australian Shepherd mix (Ziggy Stardust) who is at the stage in life when his hind legs regularly give out on him, I had some difficulty getting through the opening chapter of Garth Stein’s The Art of Racing in the Rain ... (read full critics)

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  As a dog lover, I cannot refrain from loving this book.

  Told by Enzo, a Labrador, "The Art of Racing in the Rain" is the story of Denny Swift, a race driver, and his family which almost fell apart. Enzo the dog stayed with them and gave them whole-hearted support and loyalty through thick and ... (continue)

  As a dog lover, I cannot refrain from loving this book.

  Told by Enzo, a Labrador, "The Art of Racing in the Rain" is the story of Denny Swift, a race driver, and his family which almost fell apart. Enzo the dog stayed with them and gave them whole-hearted support and loyalty through thick and thin.

  Readers may sometimes wonder whether Enzo could understand and express such complicated things in the human world, let alone "write" them out. There are many chapters on car racing which are highly technical and professional. However, you will forgive the author for being a little bit carried away when you find out that Enzo is a car racer at heart.

  Dogs are humans' best friends and this book proves it. Enzo's love for Denny is complete, absolute and unwavering. I have lost count of how many times the book brought me almost to tears.

  Moving and touching, this is a wonderful book that must not be missed.

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  Tracy W said on Aug 22, 2009 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

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  It's about how one should pursue things that are truly important.

  It's about how one should stay on the track that truly leads them to those things.

  It's about how to stay cool and focus despite adversary and setbacks.

  All this told by a dog, a dog who is a race car driver in its h ... (continue)

  It's about how one should pursue things that are truly important.

  It's about how one should stay on the track that truly leads them to those things.

  It's about how to stay cool and focus despite adversary and setbacks.

  All this told by a dog, a dog who is a race car driver in its heart.

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  林木森 said on Aug 22, 2008 about the Paperback edition | 1 feedback

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  A wonderful, loving and compassionate story told with a fresh perspective from the point of view of a dog.
  I personally loved all the great metaphors about racing since I'm a F1 fan and I can tell the author knows his racing!
  Be prepared to cry, root for Denny, fall in love with Enzo and appreciate ... (continue)

  A wonderful, loving and compassionate story told with a fresh perspective from the point of view of a dog.
  I personally loved all the great metaphors about racing since I'm a F1 fan and I can tell the author knows his racing!
  Be prepared to cry, root for Denny, fall in love with Enzo and appreciate your canine companions even more!
  Loved it!

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  Nini said on Apr 19, 2011 about the Hardcover edition | Add your feedback

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  A beautiful, heart wrenching story told by a dog. The best book I've read this year. Keep some kleenex handy, you might spill some tears while reading this book (God only knows how many I've spilled...)

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  Lilyofthevalleys2000 said on Sep 8, 2010 | Add your feedback

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  Lovely!

  I read it in one day. It's not "literature" in the pure sense of the word but it's everything you want from a fiction book: deep and sweet at the same time and written in very nice style. Simply entertaining!

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  Palotapingi said on Feb 11, 2010 | Add your feedback

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  Very good

  Told by the beloved family dog---the story is at times heartbreaking, other times hilarious, sometimes both at once. Yes, there are life lessons taught here. Extremely worthy of your time.

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  Marion the librarian said on Jan 5, 2010 about the Hardcover edition | Add your feedback

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• Others 336 Pages
• ISBN-10: 1443404969
• ISBN-13: 9781443404969
• Publisher: HarperPerennial
• Pub date: Oct 19, 2010
• Also available as: Paperback, Hardcover, Audio CD and eBook
• In other languages: other languages 繁體書, Deutsche Bücher

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