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The Lazy Dog's Guide to Enlightenment

The Lazy Dog's Guide to Enlightenment
By Andrea Hurst, Beth Wilson

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This charming book celebrates the simple wisdom and that special combination of natural earthiness and subtle spirituality that characterizes humankind’s best friend.

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Enlightenment doesn’t always come in the form we expect it. It need not be a self-styled guru or a complicated contraption measuring some mysterious quality. Sometimes it’s as close as the chocolate lab bounding happily through the backyard, or the feisty terrier contentedly curled up on one’s lap for a nap. In the foreword to this thoughtful, wonderfully illustrated gift book, Dr. Bernie Siegel says, “Dogs are healers. . . . They seem to have figured out how to live beautifully so much better than we humans have.” Loosely modeled on 1980’s underground classic The Lazy Man’s Guide to Enlightenment, this charming book celebrates the simple wisdom and that special combination of natural earthiness and subtle spirituality that characterizes humankind’s best friend. Distinctive black-and-white dog images by acclaimed photographer Zackary Folk are accompanied by captions of down-to-earth spiritual wisdom “from” the dogs to their often confused “owners.”

Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #491235 in Books
  • Published on: 2007-03-02
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • 96 pages

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover
"Whenever someone asks me to suggest a role model, I point to my dogs."
-- from the foreword by Dr. Bernie S. Siegel

"Anyone who has experienced the unconditional love of animals should remember that it is a profound real-life lesson worth applying to the rest of our lives. The Lazy Dog's Guide to Enlightenment is a welcome reminder."
-- Tom Corwin, author of Mostly Bob

"The Lazy Dog's Guide to Enlightenment grabbed me from the first photo. I kept turning pages until I had gone through the whole book -- without realizing I had done so. It was wonderful. I don't see how anyone who loves dogs could fail to love this book. The concept, execution, and content are perfect. This book will definitely be on my permanent animal lovers' gift list. Five stars!"
-- Skip Haynes, president, Laurel Canyon Animal Company.

Customer Reviews

Big smile!5
I wore a big grin the whole time as I read this charming little book. The fundamental and, until now, unrevealed truth of its message -- that our dogs are truly enlightened and we can learn much from them -- is what makes this book so witty and delightful. The artistry of the dog photos is worth noting. I kept going back to admire the variety of pooches pictured. I kept smiling....and contemplating....

A Nightstand Staple5
I've had a rough couple of weeks...feeling a bit chewed up and knocked around. I found this little gem in the middle of my despair, and it lifted my spirits as only a dog's soft paw can do. The Lazy Dog's Guide to Enlightenment has blessed me with its simple and profound wisdom. Its pages bring me oh-so-close to the beautiful clarity of canine consciousness. I can only strive to be as evolved as my dog. I highly recommend it as a daily inspirational.

A New Classic of Dog Wisdom5
This is a classic epic of dog wisdom to be read repeatedly and passed along to the next generation. Dogs hold the key to balance and their message is offered with unconditional love. The photography is stellar, and the authors offer gold nuggets of enlightenment. It is the perfect gift for any dog lover!