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| Original Title: | A Big Little Life: A Memoir of a Joyful Dog |
| ISBN: | 1401323529 (ISBN13: 9781401323523) |
| Edition Language: | English |
Dean Koontz
Hardcover | Pages: 288 pages Rating: 4.21 | 9869 Users | 1077 Reviews
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In a profound, funny, and beautifully rendered portrait of a beloved companion, bestselling novelist Dean Koontz remembers the golden retriever who changed his life. A retired service dog, Trixie was three when Dean and his wife, Gerda, welcomed her into their home. She was superbly trained, but her greatest gifts couldn’t be taught: her keen intelligence, her innate joy, and an uncanny knack for living in the moment. Whether chasing a tennis ball or protecting those she loved, Trixie gave all she had to everything she did, inspiring Dean and Gerda to trust their instincts and recapture a sense of wonder that will remain with them always. Trixie lived fewer than twelve years; in this wide world, she was a little thing. But in every way that mattered, she lived a big life.
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| Title | : | A Big Little Life: A Memoir of a Joyful Dog |
| Author | : | Dean Koontz |
| Book Format | : | Hardcover |
| Book Edition | : | Deluxe Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 288 pages |
| Published | : | August 25th 2009 by Hyperion Books (first published August 1st 2009) |
| Categories | : | Nonfiction. Animals. Dogs. Autobiography. Memoir |
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Ratings: 4.21 From 9869 Users | 1077 ReviewsAppraise Of Books A Big Little Life: A Memoir of a Joyful Dog
I'm kind of a sucker for dog stories that rein in the sappiness a bit but still yank the heartstrings. I listened to Marley and Me on CD during a road trip but was frustrated most of the time with how irresponsible the humans were in the story, although I did cry pitifully in the car for miles while the last part unfolded. There is only one way that these stories end, and Dean Koontz really hits hard when it's his turn. Do not read the last two chapters in public, as if you have a heart, thenThis short book describes some items I did not expect - Dean's growth in life & help from Gorda (wife) to begin writing. Then the importance, life style & love of Trixie to them. Her entry is later in Dean's life than I expected. Their loss of Trixie is fulfilled with finding the great niece of Trixie....Annahttp://www.deankoontz.com/book/life-i..."Other inspiration" section in this link, shows Dean's love with dogs, his dedication & support of the Canine Companions for Independence
Loved this book! I haven't read any of Dean Koontz's books, but was given this one by another dog lover. What a great story and he wrote this story so well. It made me laugh in so many places and I felt like I knew his furry daughter, Trixie. I think his insights to dogs and their intelligence (and everything) is really so incredible. I have been a dog lover and mom for most of my life and I share in many of his experiences with Trixie. He and his wife were so fortunate that things worked out
As a member of the floridasaintrescue.com and a lifetime lover of animals, dogs in particular, I know of the intelligence and emotional awareness of dogs. Koontz vividly explores his very special Trixie's emotions, self awareness and intelligence and moreso, conveys her impact on his life and the lives of all who knew Trixie.I am honored to have been given a glimpse of Trixie's being through her and Koontz' writing during the time they had together.I thank Dean Koontz for the solace he's given
I am sorry to see you did not find this book to be as enjoyable as I have. I will sad to see it end.
This beautifully written book helped me cope with the loss of my beloved golden retriever. It was a memoir that was so full of love, just like my dog.
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