The Lazy Dog's Guide to Enlightenment

by Andrea Hurst, Beth Wilson, Bernie S. Siegel (Foreword)

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.”

96 pages, Hardcover

First published March 2, 2007

About the author

When not writing, visiting local farmer’s markets, or indulging her love for dark chocolate, Andrea enjoys meeting fans at signings and working as an editor for other authors. She writes hopeful books in charming settings that take readers on uplifting journeys and leaves them with lasting impressions. She lives with her rescue poodle, Ellie, near Raleigh, North Carolina.

Her published books include the Amazon bestseller, The Guestbook, Tea & Comfort, and Island Thyme Café. Two novellas have been added to the Madrona Island trilogy, including Madrona Island: B&B and Christmas on Madrona Island. Her other publications are Always with You, The Lazy Dog’s Guide to Enlightenment and Everybody’s Natural Foods Cookbook, and she co-authored A Book of Miracles: Inspiring True Stories of Healing, Gratitude, and Love with Dr. Bernie Siegel.

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Reviews

[Lilly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn't think I could love dogs any more. Take a few lessons in zen from the pooch near you. This is a gorgeous gift book for the dog lovers in your life.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hubby, Zac, took the photos that inspired this book. The printing doesn't quite do them justice, but they're great images nonetheless. Plus our first dog Devo is in it.

[Vicki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun dog pictures with beautiful thoughts. A lovely gift book for a dog lover.