During
the holidays I started two terrific books. I have not finished either one due
to the breakneck pace of the season. The most I could get through at night was
a page or two before falling asleep. So, those two will have to wait until next
month. Instead, I am reviewing a past read; indeed one of my favorites of all
time: The Art of Racing in the Rain
by Garth Stein.
This
book was a revelation. It sat on my bookshelf, a gift from my brother, for a
good year before I finally picked it up. I thought, from reading the book
jacket, that I would probably like it but was in no hurry. How could a book
about a dog be anything but fun, escapist fare? I couldn’t have been more
wrong.
I
have always believed animals to be somewhat mystical creatures. Dogs, in particular,
evince a particular joy in life while giving unconditional love and an uncanny
ability to heal. That healing can be physical, psychological and/or spiritual.
Enzo, the dog in Racing gives a face
to these beliefs. Humorous and profound, this novel is for everyone, animal
lover or not. I loved this book.
Highly,
highly recommend.
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