Book
The art of racing in the rain : a novel / Garth Stein.
Record details
- ISBN: 0061537969 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9780061537967 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 321 p.
- Edition: First Harper Paperback [edition].
- Publisher: New York : Harper, 2009.
- Copyright: ©2008
Content descriptions
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 20.69 |
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| Subject: | Dogs > Fiction. Human-animal relationships > Fiction. Automobile racing drivers > Fiction. Automobile racing > Fiction. Reincarnation > Fiction. Families > Fiction. |
| Genre: | Domestic fiction. |
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | FIC Stein | 31681003033289 | FICTION | Available | - |
Electronic resources
- Book Club Discussion Guide
- Baker & Taylor
Evaluating his life on the eve of his death, atypical canine Enzo considers the sacrifices his master, Denny Swift, has made in his pursuit of becoming a professional race car driver, and the dog's own efforts to preserve the Swift family. - Baker & Taylor
On the eve of a faithful canine's death, Enzo takes stock of his life while recalling the sacrifices, unexpected losses, and person struggles of his would-be race-car driver human, Denny, in the latter's efforts to retain custody of his daughter. 300,000 first printing. Reprint. - Baker & Taylor
Nearing the end of his life, Enzo, a dog with a philosopher's soul, tries to bring together the family, pulled apart by a three year custody battle between daughter Zoe's maternal grandparents and her father Denny, a race car driver. - HARPERCOLL
NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM FOX 2000 STARRING MILO VENTIMIGLIA, AMANDA SEYFRIED, AND KEVIN COSTNER
MEET THE DOG
WHO WILL SHOW THE WORLD
HOW TO BE HUMAN
The New York Times bestselling novel from Garth Stein'a heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope'a captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could tell it.
'splendid.' 'People
'the perfect book for anyone who knows that compassion isn't only for humans, and that the relationship between two souls who are meant for each other never really comes to an end. Every now and then I'm lucky enough to read a novel I can't stop thinking about: this is one of them.' 'Jodi Picoult
"It's impossible not to love Enzo.' 'Minneapolis Star Tribune
'this old soul of a dog has much to teach us about being human. I loved this book.' 'sara Gruen
- HARPERCOLL
The New York Times bestselling novel from Garth Steinâa heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hopeâa captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life . . . as only a dog could tell it.
âSplendid.â âPeople
âThe perfect book for anyone who knows that compassion isnât only for humans, and that the relationship between two souls who are meant for each other never really comes to an end. Every now and then Iâm lucky enough to read a novel I canât stop thinking about: this is one of them.â âJodi Picoult
âItâs impossible not to love Enzo.â âMinneapolis Star Tribune
âThis old soul of a dog has much to teach us about being human. I loved this book.â âSara Gruen
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, isnât simply about going fast. Using the techniques needed on the race track, one can successfully navigate all of lifeâs 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, Dennyâs 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.
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 lifeâ¦as only a dog could tell it.
