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The Art of Racing in the Rain
Harper by Garth Stein Search Garth Stein
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Released: 2008-05-13 Rating:  More Details: The Art of Racing in the Rain The Art of Racing in the Rain @Amazon The Art of Racing in the Rain @aStore |
Product Description
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.
Customer Reviews:
Wonderful
I loved this book. I also cried through the world book. It was a wonderful journey through life and death as seen through the honest eyes of a dog.
Inspiring, honest, and perfectly written!
wanted to like this story so much... 
I'm a dog lover and wanted to like this story so much. I'm actually shocked it's gotten such wonderful reviews. Basically, it would be an okay book for a fifth grader, but unbelievably flat, boring, dull and silly for an adult. It seems like a middle schooler wrote it! The story is so lame and uneventful. I'm embarrassed to have finished it, but kept thinking (hoping) it could get richer/deeper. Sorry to say... you need to pass on this book... it's plain DUMB!
The Art of Racing in the Rain
I loved this book!!! A unique perspective on life from a canine point of view, which I found myself ageeing with more often than not. On my list of all time favorites and highly recommended to dog lovers everywhere.
The Art of Racing in the Rain
I found this story one of the most charming I've read in a long time. I am the volunteer coordinator at an animal shelter, a dog show judge, and a dog breeder, and I am not normally enamored with a story written by the dog, but this one is the exception. If you have watched a beloved pet grow older and infirmed you will understand this character, the dog named Enzo. If you are a dog lover, a person whose dog is a member of the family, you will enjoy this book. If you are not a dog lover then it is clearly not a book for you. I am buying a copy of this book for each of my volunteers as a holiday gift.
Betty-Anne Stenmark
stein truly knows the love and devotion of man and woman's best friend.
my favorite book so far this year. move over marley and merle! -shelly in snohomish
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