The Art of Racing in the Rain
Enzo, who believes he will be reincarnated as a human in his next life, spends his days closely watching his master, Denny Swift, a budding professional race car driver. Through Enzo's wise and witty eyes, we witness the highs and lows of Denny’s life as he navigates the professional racing circuit, falls in love, builds a family, and faces sudden, devastating life tragedies.
Enzo acts as a steadfast companion and silent protector, applying the rules of race car driving—such as anticipating the unexpected and maintaining control in treacherous conditions—to help make sense of the complex emotional trials his human family undergoes. The novel explores the profound bond between humans and their pets, offering a heartwarming and bittersweet reflection on what it truly means to be human.
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Book details
- Publisher
- Harper Paperbacks
- Publication date
- 2009
- Print length
- 321 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN
- 978-0061537967
Literary
What to Know Before Reading The Art of Racing in the Rain
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.
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Garth Stein
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