A Dog's Life
by Peter Mayle
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Anybody who likes dogs or owns a dog should read this book. I laughed out loud through much of it --especially in one scened where his dog had been out philandering with the nextdoor neighboor's precious little thing. Peter Mayle writes a series of French travelogs, and this too takes place in France, though it's a little off beat because of the dog aspect. I have to say I like it the best of all.
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Read in December, 2006
A Dog's Life by Peter Mayle was an enjoyable and fun read of a dog's life with his owners in Provence, France. I think I got more out of it due to the fact that I have read Mayle's other books: A Year in Provence, Toujours Provence, Encore Provence, and Acquired Tastes. So if you like dogs, like the Provence books, and are looking for a quick fun read ... I recommend this book.
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Read in January, 1996
1996 is the first year that my husband and I read this book. It was so imaginative and entertaining that we would take turns reading a chapter out loud to each other before going to bed. It is a dog's memior and if you are a dog lover, this is definitely a must read for you!
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Read in October, 2007
recommends it for:
dog lovers/owners
So sweet and funny. Written from the dog's point of view, and if you're a dog owner, you'll laugh at some of the things that he criticizes humans for doing to dogs. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes dogs.
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We listened to the audiotape on the way to Vermont and it made the drive seem short. It is "pee in your pants" hysterical!
I recommend the audio b/c Someone who sounds like John Cleese is the voice of the dog.
I recommend the audio b/c Someone who sounds like John Cleese is the voice of the dog.
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A gift from a very dear friend (who has also been converted to Mayle-ism!), I laughed my way through this one, just like all the other Mayle works...as a dog-lover, this one was particularly delightful! :-)
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Read in May, 2008
recommended to Ilana by:
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Mayle let's me know what I'd like to think my dog is thinking, as well as providing his usually terrific sketches of the characters inhabiting the French countryside. Delightful illustrations!
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Read in June, 2007
This book rocks for anyone who loves dogs! It is from the dog's perspective and it is seriously funny. I laughed out loud many, many times! Read this if you need a good laugh.
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Read in November, 2005
recommended to Dave by:
his prior work
Mayle is a very clever writer. As the owner of three dogs, I could really relate to and appreciate this one! This is a good gift idea for any dog owners you know.
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Read in January, 2005
I looooooooooooooooooooooooooved this book! Very funny, very witty, very french haute. I first heard it as a book on tape - highly recommendable.
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Very cute, very easy, quick read. If you have a couple of hours to kill and you like animals, you'll get a kick out of this book.
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Read in July, 2007
A very quick read, this book would probably be enjoyable to any dog-lover. The voice is quirky and tongue-in-cheek.
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recommends it for:
Dog lovers, Francophiles
Do you love dogs? Then this is a great book for you. Hilarious story from the pooch's perspective. I laughed out loud.
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Read in February, 2007
A talking dog? Delightful!
A talking dog who spouts his philisophical opinions on life? Priceless!
A talking dog who spouts his philisophical opinions on life? Priceless!
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Read in March, 2005
What a charming book! Dog lovers will find themselves laughing out loud while reading this one.
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Read in April, 1999
Delightfully funny little book about one man's misadventures with his canine refugee.
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Read in January, 2001
If you like dogs, have a dog, want a dog, you will find this book hilarious.
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Read in January, 1996
recommends it for:
animal lovers and people who like france
life in the south of france, from a dog's point of view.
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