Product Description

John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with a perfect little house and not a care in the world. Then they bought home Marley, a wiggly yellow fur ball of a puppy. Life would never be the same. Marley quickly grew into a barrelling, ninety-seven pound steamroller of a Labrador retriever, a dog like no other. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, flung drool on guests, stole women’s undergarments, and ate nearly everything he could get his mouth around, including couches and fine jewellery. Obedience school did no good – Marley was expelled. And yet Marley’s heart was pure. Just as he joyfully refused any limits on his behaviour, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. Marley shared the couple’s joy at their first pregnancy, and their heartbreak over the miscarriage. He was there when babies finally arrived and when the screams of a seventeen-year-old stabbing victim pierced the night. The heartwarming and unforgettable story of a family in the making and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #815 in Books
• Published on: 2007-07-26
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 368 pages

Review
'A book with intense appeal . . . tenderly follows its subject from sunrise to sunset, from the ball-of-fluff stage to the heartbreaking farewell.' (New York Times )

'The reason Marley & Me has proved to be a bestseller is that it is not just a funny dog story . . . It's a universal story of family life and a publishing sensation' (The Times )

'Made me laugh so much I pulled a muscle in my solar plexus' (Daily Mail )

'This is a wonderful, moving book that even non-dog-lovers cannot fail to enjoy.' (Mail on Sunday )

Synopsis
John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with a perfect little house and not a care in the world. Then they bought home Marley, a wiggly yellow fur ball of a puppy. Life would never be the same. Marley quickly grew into a barrelling, ninety-seven pound steamroller of a Labrador retriever, a dog like no other. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, flung drool on guests, stole women's undergarments, and ate nearly everything he could get his mouth around, including couches and fine jewelery. Obedience school did no good - Marley was expelled. And yet, Marley's heart was pure. Just as he joyfully refused any limits on his behaviour, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. Marley shared the couple's joy at their first pregnancy, and their heartbreak over the miscarriage. He was there when babies finally arrived and when the screams of a seventeen-year-old stabbing victim pierced the night. This is the heartwarming and unforgettable story of a family in the making and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life.

About the Author
John Grogan has spent more than 25 years as a newspaper journalist, most recently as metropolitan columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Previously he worked as a reporter, bureau chief, and columnist at newspapers in Michigan and Florida. He also is the former editor in chief of Rodale's Organic Gardening magazine. His work has won numerous awards, including the National Press Club's Consumer Journalism Award. He lives in the Pennsylvania countryside with his wife, Jenny, and their three children.

Customer Reviews

Truly Amazing!!
This book is simply amazing, I loved it from start to finish and there wasn't a dull moment through the whole of it. It doesn't matter if your a dog lover or not, this book is for everyone! I love books, but this is definatly one of the most memerable I have read in a LONG time. I have a dog of my own, but after reading this book I found that I spent more time with my dog that I used to, this book made me think about how loyal a dog can be. To sum it up an amazing book and well worth reading.

MARLEY AND ME
I Got this book because one of my rottweilers had to be put to sleep in Feb 08, I could not bring myself to read this book until may 08. I am so glad I read it, I couldnt see the words half the time for the tears but I ALSO LAUGHED alot, this is a fantastic book for anyone who has losted a pet it will help you relaise that you should be happy that you had the honour to have your pet in your life... one of the best books I have ever read.

fantastic, real, and emotional
this book is the best biography i've ever read, it took me 3 evenings to read, staying up until 4.30am i had gotten so hooked. I cried, I laughed, but i could recognise every step in the dogs i see every day, including my own. If you need that feel good feeling from a book read this. I don't usualy cry at books but this one had me sobbing on more tham one occasion, a well written book, that has made me think about the inevitebility of dog ownership, the time when you have to say goodbye, but not in a sad way, with a reflection on all the good times and all the fun we shared. Enjoy them whilst you can, even the naughtiness, as you will be able to look back on the shredded furniture with fondness when they are gone, and laugh.