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Animal Blessings: Prayers and Poems Celebrating Our Pets

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Animal blessings is a blessing
Pass it on!
Great Gift for Animal Lovers
A PET IS MORE THAN A FRIEND~ THEY ARE FAMILY!
outstanding!

Animal Blessings: Prayers and Poems Celebrating Our Pets
June Cotner
Manufacturer: HarperSanFrancisco
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0062516450
Release Date: 2000-09-05

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Sometimes it's easy to find the right gift for that difficult aunt: if she's devoted to her cat or dog, ship her a copy of Animal Blessings. The latest in a line of inspirational books from dog lover June Cotner (she also wrote and edited Graces, Bedside Prayers, and Get Well Wishes), this one, like the others, is slim, compact, and filled with entries that melt into the mind as easily as M&M's in the mouth. The writers range from the great (Whitman and Keats, Eckhart and Dostoyevsky) to children and Anonymous. So too do the entries vary widely. Rarely extending beyond half a page, they move from the humorous ("Say something idiotic and nobody but a dog politely wags his tail") to the sublime (Eckhart's "If I spent enough time with the tiniest creature ... I would never have to prepare a sermon. So full of God is every creature") to the silly ("scratch a dog and you'll find a permanent job"). Given that there are more than 100 million cat and dog owners in the United States alone, this book should fill a niche in many of their lives. And where else can you find Doris Day next to Elizabeth Barrett Browning? --Doug Thorpe

Book Description

Our pets. They are our loyal companions and our faithful friends, a constant source of joy and inspiration. In this endearing anthology of prayers and poems, June Cotner has handpicked choice writings by some of the world's most notable animal lovers to celebrate the playful, the poignant, and the profound ways these wonderful creatures touch our daily lives.

Selections include Emily Dickinson's astute observations of her cat, Roger Caras' thoughts about the love a dog brings to a home, and a cat's rules for running a house. Readers will be delighted by Anne Porter's poem exalting a spring symphony of peepers and Rumi in praise of birds in flight. The section "Partings" includes Annie Dougherty's lovely poem "Time to Say Good-bye" and Lord Byron's epitaph to his dog. "Reflections" includes the words of St. Francis, Jane Goodall, and Chief Seattle, reminding us that we are all interconnected beings, and James Herriot and Walt Whitman honoring the humble dignity of all creatures.

Animal Blessings makes a wonderful gift for all animal lovers. This delightful volume is a charming companion that reminds us to be grateful for everything our pets and all the other animals of the world bring to our lives.

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Animal blessings is a blessing.......2005-08-02

For anyone who has ever loved an animal, this is a heartwarming little book. No need to read it just once - pick it up anytime.

Pass it on!.......2003-04-17

I was given a copy of this book after we lost our dog. I like it so much that I now get a copy for every friend who welcomes a new pet into their home or someone who loses a pet. Sometimes I cry and sometimes I laugh when I pick it up to read. I find myself going back to it every now and then and always find a page or two that brings a smile to my heart.

Great Gift for Animal Lovers.......2002-03-27

I have given this book a number of times. To friends who have lost their pets, to friends who have recently acquired new pets and have gotten the same reaction - Thank you so very much! I can't go through it without a dry eye or a smile.

A PET IS MORE THAN A FRIEND~ THEY ARE FAMILY!.......2001-05-11

AS A DEVOTED PET OWNER, MY BELOVED DOG "LEXIE" IS ONE OF THE FAMILY,BUT ALSO MY FAITHFUL, DEVOTED FRIEND AS WELL. I ENJOYED THIS BOOK VERY MUCH AND SO WILL ANYONE WHO READS IT. EVERY PET OWNER HAS A SPECIAL PLACE IN THEIR HEART FOR THEIR OWN PET,AND THIS BOOK WILL CAPTURE YOURS AS WELL. IT'S GOOD READING FOR YOUR SOUL!

outstanding!.......2000-12-13

This is a great book for so many reasons! I bought this as a gift for someone and thought about keeping it for myself. It has wonderful little poems throughout. There is a whole section on the death of a pet as well containing poems, eulogies, and songs. A great book for anyone who has a special pet:)

Who Swallowed Harold?: And Other Poems About Pets

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Who Swallowed Harold?: And Other Poems About Pets
Susan Pearson
Manufacturer: Marshall Cavendish Children's Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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Animals That Ought to Be: Poems About Imaginary Pets

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Animals That Ought to Be: Poems About Imaginary Pets

Animals That Ought to Be: Poems About Imaginary Pets
Richard Michelson
Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0689806353

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Baskin and Michelson, who collaborated very effectively on the earlier Did You Say Ghosts?, have created a dozen creepy--but helpful--creatures, including the Nightmare Scarer, which eats bad dreams; and the Channel Changer, which gives a new meaning to the term "belly button." (Ages 5 to 8)

Book Description

In these imaginative poems you'll find animals that nobody has ever hear of-but that certainly ought to exist.

Each poem in this collection is paired with a striking painting by renowned artist, Leonard Baskin, and will inspire young readers to invent their own animals that ought to be.

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Animals That Ought to Be: Poems About Imaginary Pets.......2005-07-22

Purchased at the request of our 6 yr. old grandson. It was read to him in Kindergarden...and he loved it. It is the book he asks for most often...and enjoys each and every poem...he has mesmorized several of the poems..and his 3 yr. old brother is an avid listener. Definately a best buy.

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The Kitties You Know and Love
Awesome!
"Purrrrrfect!"
HERE, KITTY, KITTY !

Cat Poems
Dave Crawley , and Tamara Petrosino
Manufacturer: Wordsong
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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The Kitties You Know and Love.......2007-04-12

The cats in these poems are all unique individuals, but they'll be familiar to any cat lover. We've all felt the tug of affection for a hungry stray. We've all been pleasantly trapped beneath a sleeping feline. And, if we're lucky enough, we've all looked back with tender nostalgia on the years we've spent with a beloved pet. This book of poems is perfect for cat fanciers of all ages.

Awesome!.......2006-08-27

This book is wonderful and has very comical, yet true, poems about cats. If you are a cat lover, this is a must have.

"Purrrrrfect!".......2006-07-09

Dave Crawley sure knows cats, and cat lovers will sure want to get to know this clever, humorous, and candid collection of cat poems. In his debut poetry collection, Crawley is right at home with his feline friends as well as well-written verse. Cat lovers everywhere will recognize distinctive cat personalities and situations, and "purrrfectly" written rhyme. Petrosino's playful illustrations add another delightful dimension to a must-have addition to cat-lover libraries everywhere. I can only hope that Crawley is hard at work on some 'doggie ditties' and look forward to seeing what he comes up with next!

HERE, KITTY, KITTY !.......2005-04-16

You don't have to be a feline fancier (although it helps) to enjoy these lilting rhymes about the cats in our lives. From "Finicky Felicia" to "Trapped!" author Crawley perfectly captures the ways and whims of these lovable creatures, whether it's awakening you at the crack of dawn, climbing into your lap when you're trying to read, or finding total pleasure in a piece of string.

Illustrator Tamara Petrosino who shares her New Jersey home with a cat named Charlie, filled end papers with kitties of all stripes. Her colorful, humorous paintings capture cats at their best and worst. An illustration of "Cat Bath" is especially fetching. After all, "Don't ever try to wash a cat. It simply doesn't work. If you should put her in the tub, the cat will go berserk."

Cat lovers of all ages will find much to smile about in "Cat Poems."

- Gail Cooke

Good-Bye My Friend: Tributes, Poems, Prose, and Other Ways to Remember Your Pet

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A unique and special book
Touching book for anyone who has lost a pet
A beautiful book filled with beautiful pictures and pet stories
A Beautiful Book, Sensitively Written
A Healing Tool for Survivors

Good-Bye My Friend: Tributes, Poems, Prose, and Other Ways to Remember Your Pet
Michele Lanci-Altomare
Manufacturer: BowTie Press
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Goodbye, Friend: Healing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has Ever Lost a Pet

ASIN: 1931993505

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A collection of stories and poetry from cemetery owners, veterinarians, and individuals who have found comfort in memorializing their pets.

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A unique and special book.......2007-04-17

I felt happiness and sadness when I read this beautiful and unique book. Happiness when reading about all the joy the animals have given to their people, and sadness when reading about their losses. Only so many stories and pictures can be put in a book, but I feel that these stories also represent every animal of every person who reads this book. I am currently dealing with my 8-year old German Shepherd going lame, and it was very hard for me to pick this book up and read it again. But I did, and the story of Arlo, the German Shepherd/K-9 Hero from Oklahoma City touched me and made me cry. I know I will eventually have to deal with the loss of my dog, maybe sooner that I want to, but this book has helped me to think about that inevitible time, and what I will want to do then. This book also has a great list of resources that are available all over the country. I highly recommend this book to purchase for you and all of your friends/family members that love animals.

Touching book for anyone who has lost a pet.......2007-04-13

This was a unique and beautifully arranged book. It brought back so many memories of the pets I have lost. It's truly touching. I will buy this for my many animal lover family members and friends when that day comes for them too. It would make a wonderful gift!

A beautiful book filled with beautiful pictures and pet stories.......2007-03-28

This is such a unique beautiful book. If you love animals you would love this book. Those stories about pets inside this book made me cry. I lost 2 dogs in recent years and there are a lot of stories I can relate to. This book helps you to deal with your pets' deaths. It is also an art book. The pictures are all beautiful and artful. You can enjoy this book in that sense,too. I highly recommend it!!

A Beautiful Book, Sensitively Written.......2007-03-21

A book that will let you know that there are others out there, just like you, who mourn the loss of their pet. Good-Bye My Friend shares sorrow, laughter and love. The pictures show how others have given tribute to their lost companions. A great gift to a grieving friend or a resource for a veterinarian's office.

A Healing Tool for Survivors.......2007-03-21

Those of us who have pets, or who have had a pet at some point in our lives, know that the connection between pet and owner is more like that of child to parent. When a pet reaches the end of their life, the grief loved ones experience can be devastating. The overwhelming sense of loss can leave us feeling hopeless and depressed. I have found "Good-Bye My Friend" to be an excellent healing tool for those who find themselves struggling to regain emotional health after the loss of their pet. Realizing that we are not alone, and learning from the experiences of others, aids in rebuilding inner strength and in finding peace. "Good-Bye My Friend" can help survivors in moving forward, as well as offering options in memorializing the lives and memories of our most cherished friends.

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The Resurrection of the Animals: Poems
Anita Skeen
Manufacturer: Michigan State University Press
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Binding: Paperback

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Club Pet and Other Funny Poems: All Aboard Poetry Reader Station Stop 2 (All Aboard Poetry Reader)

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Another Winner!
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Club Pet and Other Funny Poems: All Aboard Poetry Reader Station Stop 2 (All Aboard Poetry Reader)
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Manufacturer: Grosset & Dunlap
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Club Pet
If your dog or cat seems stressed,
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In this new collection of easy-to-read poems, David Steinberg captures that special bond between kids and pets (as well as pet-inspired playfulness and fun!). Take a vacation to the luxurious Club Pet, visit the Gerbil Gym, meet a world-famous stunt cat, and more in this rollicking celebration of four-legged, furry, and feathered friends!

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Another Winner!.......2005-08-22

My kids love David Steinberg's Grasshopper Pie & Monster Mall. Now they also have me reading Club Pet to them every night.

An Engaging Collection of Poetry for Beginning Readers!.......2005-03-16

This collection of fun and easy to read poems is perfect for children who are beginning readers. The color illustrations and the great poems are very engaging. My 5 year old son and his entire pre-kindergarten class -- thoroughly enjoyed it! They loved the funny lines about the animals -- and the kids were truly inspired to learn to read! The kids who already can read -- totally loved this book because they could really understand and enjoy the humor. Also -- as any parent knows -- kids love rhymes and this book is full of witty and silly ones!

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A Pet for Me: Poems (I Can Read Book 3)
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A festival of friendship

From a devoted mutt giving "sloppy doggy kisses" to a tarantula munching happily on a cricket lunch, these lively poems celebrate the special friendship between kids and their pets!

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Cold Mountain like Shakuhachi
"Drinking cold snow-water from a tin cup."
The book contains good early Snyder poems and fine translati
Luminous early poetry and translations by Poet Snyder

Riprap and Cold Mountain Poems
Gary Snyder
Manufacturer: North Point Press
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Forty-five years ago, Gary Snyder's first book of poems, Riprap, was published by Origin Press in a beautiful paperbound edition stitched Japanese-style. Around that time Snyder published his translations of Chinese poet Han-Shan's Cold Mountain Poems in the sixth issue of the "Evergreen Review." Thus was launched one of the most remarkable literary careers of the last century. It is a great gift for all readers to now have this seminal collection back in print.

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Cold Mountain like Shakuhachi.......2006-06-23

The great thing about Cold Mountain is that he is transparent to translators. Arguing the merits of one Cold Mountain translation against another is like comparing a Gudo Ishibashi 2.8 shakuhachi to a 2.9 Mujitsu shakuhachi by Ken LaCosse. Both flutes will get you "there." But the journey will be different.
The same is true of Cold Mountain. Snyder is as good as Watson is a good as Red Pine is as good as Henricks.
Or like Dogen translations...
why sink a straw that floats on the water, when the moon itself rides in ripples beside the straw?

"Drinking cold snow-water from a tin cup.".......2001-06-20

Amidst the poetry of the Sixties, Gary Snyder's early poems stood out as something very special, and are still very special. In contrast to the obscure and convoluted writings of an assortment of neurasthenic, super-sophisticated, and compulsive scribblers, types so totally and utterly wrapped up in themselves that they completely overlooked that insignificant thing hovering outside their window (ordinary folks call it the universe), and whose work goes unread because it is largely unreadable, Snyder's work came as a revelation.

Here was a poet who was very, very different - a poet who, far from being totally wrapped up in himself, was instead wrapped up in the universe. He appeals to us because, being himself wholly in touch with reality, he helps us get back in touch with reality ourselves. Ego is put firmly in its place, opening up a space in which the myriad things can come forward and announce themselves.

The secret of how Snyder was able to do this, of how he was able to bring us, not yet another of those obscure, tortured and anguished sensibilities who were and still are so thick on the ground, but who brought instead a sane and wholesome vision of the world, is all there in the very first poem of RIPRAP, 'Mid-August at Sourdough Mountain Lookout' :

"Down valley a smoke haze / Three days heat, after five days rain / Pitch glows on the fir-cones / Across rocks and meadows / Swarms of new flies. // I cannot remember things I once read / A few friends, but they are in cities. / Drinking cold snow-water from a tin cup / Looking down for miles / Through high still air" (p.9).

Where did Snyder learn how to do this? The answer is that it could only have been in China. The poem is the perfect expression, in English, of that commonsensical attitude that grounds itself firmly in realities; that keeps ego firmly under control; that practises a reasonable, as opposed to an excessive, use of reason; and that is commonly found in the best Chinese and Zen poets.

To translate Zen-man Han Shan, Snyder penetrated so deeply into the spirit of Han Shan that he succeeded in becoming a sort of American Han Shan himself. The result is a poetry not of coteries, of academic and intellectual circles, of super-sophisticated and pretentious Ivy League graduates, but poems that have real meaning and that can be read with understanding and enjoyment by anyone

The poetry of RIPRAP and COLD MOUNTAIN, like the poetry of many Chinese and Japanese poets, is a wholesome poetry, a poetry that cleanses and refreshes the sensibility, and that transports us from the technoid madness of our own chaotic world to something more human and hence more meaningful.

There's real sustenance for the spirit in these poems. They're like "drinking cold snow-water from a tin cup." Readers would be unwise to pass them by.

The book contains good early Snyder poems and fine translati.......1998-08-07

This book passes the test of time because of its taut poetry and insight into the link between Sndyer's environment in the Pacific Northwest and his inner landscape. The second part of the book is priceless. Snyder's Zen practice and skill as a writer and linguist make him eminently qualified to translate the words of the reclusive poet Han-Shan, whose poems ring true today. I have read other translations of Han-Shan but Snyder's is the best. Its paradoxes move us in our modern times just as they must have in early China.

Luminous early poetry and translations by Poet Snyder.......1995-09-29

Riprap lets us see the world with Snyder's vision back in the days when Kerouac was writing about him in the Dharma Bums. The clarity, straightforward diction, and simple lyricism that have continued to characterize his poetry are all here in these early poems from the fifties. Astounding visual quality. Life in the mountains, in Japan, on the high seas. Cold Mountain Poems are translations of Han Shan, Chinese Zen poet. Han Shan stands with John of the Cross in his ability to illuminate the spiritual path through lyric imagery. Snyder's crystalline translations reveal Han Shan to us face to face, today, not some old exotic hermit but a vital presence.

Cows Moo, Cars Toot: Poems About Town and Country (Young Puffin Poetry)

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Cows Moo, Cars Toot: Poems About Town and Country (Young Puffin Poetry)
June Crebbin
Manufacturer: Penguin UK
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0140369597

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