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Buster's Christmas Letter: Lessons from a Dog's Tale of Survival
by Robert Lee Wilson
Product Group: Book
Publisher: Paribus Publishing (2007-11-10)
ISBN: 1933705094
EAN: 9781933705095
Dewey Decimal #: 920
Binding/Media: Hardcover - 128 pages
Edition: 1
SKU: 07202009056
Condition: Good
Comments: 1933705094 New, but may have minor wear/tear on cover or dust jacket. New, never read, may have minor wear on cover.
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Editorial Reviews
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Product Description
When Buster, a twelve-year-old Australian shepherd, disappeared for two weeks in the dead of winter, there was little hope that his family would see him again. Unable to walk when he was found, it was a miracle that he survived. But this was only the first of a series of mishaps that took Buster a little too close to "the big kennel in the sky."
Featured on the front page of the local newspaper, Buster's story brought an outpouring of emotion and support that deeply affected his family. It crystallized the essential message of this book that feelings are more important than things.
So the family's annual Christmas letter had to come from Buster. His fresh approach had a unique twist which touched people deeply. Once you have read his letter, its simple but powerful message will reinforce what your heart already knows.
The story begins with the author's children begging for a puppy, traces Buster's antics as he establishes his place in the family and ends with the emotional roller coaster of his survival.
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Customer Reviews
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Precious !!
Rating  (5)
Date: 2010-08-01
So enjoyed this darling book. It was precious and heartwarming. If you are a dog lover, you will certainly enjoy this book.
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disappointed
Rating  (3)
Date: 2010-01-08
1 out of 1 customers found this reveiw helpful
Of all the books I have ordered from Amazon and most I have read about dogs, this was probably the one I like least of all.And I have never felt compelled to write a review before.
The poor dog. And the writing.
Not well written, very sporadic, not detailed. And my fault, but very very short for a lifetime spent with a dog.
Then, he says they picked out a tri, uh, he was a blue merle.(from the pics)They don't know this after owning him for years?
They loved him, but yet he was never trained, never socialized, never a member of the family. He was regulated to the yard like a yard ornament.
How much can u love a dog if he is stuck outside all alone instead of taking a small amount of time to train him?
Dog hair, uh, its a long haired double coated breed.
So sad I wasted my money on this.
But, yes, the love of a dog is the best there is.
To bad these people couldn't have loved him a bit more and trained him to be a member of the family "indoors"
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WOW!
Rating (5)
Date: 2008-02-22
2 out of 2 customers found this reveiw helpful
LOOKING FOR A BIRTHDAY GIFT, CONFIRMATION, GRADUATION, BAR MITZVAH, OR "JUST BECAUSE' GIFT?....."Buster's Christmas Letter" will fill the bill. WOW!
It is a wonderful book. Not necessarily a Christmas book, although Buster's Christmas lettere is included.
Humorous and poignant, it is the true tale of a dog and his family; a very functional family, as you will see. It should be a model and inspiration for anyone.
The story is beautiful and "Buster's Christmas Letter" is also beautiful from its cover - to the color pictures - to the last page.
BOW WOW B W.....Sanibel, Florida
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A timeless message
Rating (5)
Date: 2007-12-10
4 out of 4 customers found this reveiw helpful
Even if you aren't a "dog person," you are going to LOVE this book! Buster's Christmas Letter is the book you'll want to give to everyone you know. Wilson writes simply and clearly, with a thematic message that's timeless: feelings are more important than things. Buster's Christmas Letter reminds us what's really important in life: family, relationships, and telling the people we love how much they mean to us. My family loved reading it aloud. Buster's life, adventures, and impact on his wonderful family, the Wilsons, touched us deeply. I heartily recommend this book. Someone should be working on the movie!
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5 Paws Up!!! This Book is Barktastic!!!1!!11!!!!
Rating (5)
Date: 2007-11-03
9 out of 9 customers found this reveiw helpful
I found this book at a time in my life when I was headed in a bad direction. Some have even suggested that if I didn't change my ways I might soon find myself in the "big kennel in the sky." After digging through this autobiographical account written by an Australian shepherd, I realized that maybe my problems weren't so bad. Buster's Christmas Letter is the perfect inspirational chew toy for this holiday season. Think: a canine Profiles in Courage. This furriffic book will will bring tears to your eyes and leave your howling from laughter. Take a bite out of this one if you're in need of a wake up call about facing life's troubles heard on. You won't believe all of the wisdom you can receive from this four-legged yoda.
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