Bad dogs have more fun : selected writings on animals, family and life from the Philadelphia inquirer
(Audiobook CD)

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[Place of publication not identified] : Phoenix Audio, [2007].
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9781597775700, 1597775703
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A collection of newspaper columns written by John Grogan for the Philadelphia Inquirer on topics such as animals, family, and life's foibles and farces.

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Lyons Public Library - StacksDISC 636.7 GROOn Shelf
Thornton Public Library - StacksCD 636.7 GROOn Shelf

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Published
[Place of publication not identified] : Phoenix Audio, [2007].
Format
Audiobook CD
Physical Desc
6 audio discs (5.5 hr.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
ISBN
9781597775700, 1597775703

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Subtitle from container.
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Unabridged.
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Compact discs.
Participants/Performers
Read by Arte Johnson.
Description
A collection of newspaper columns written by John Grogan for the Philadelphia Inquirer on topics such as animals, family, and life's foibles and farces.
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AUDIOBOOK CD

Published Reviews

Publisher's Weekly Review

Before his canine memoir Marley and Me turned four-legged misbehavior into publishing industry gold and sold three million copies, Grogan delighted Philadelphia Inquirer readers with his weekly columns centered on the foibles of contemporary suburban life. While 78-year-old Laugh-In star Arte Johnson rises to the occasion with competence and grace, he still seems a rather baffling choice to perform the musings of a baby boomer husband and father. According to reports in the trade media, Grogan does not approve of how his previous employer has chosen to organize, market and republish his columns in book form. While stories about animals make up only one of the package's six disks, the title and cover imply a Marley sequel. Given Grogan's undeniable talent and the loyalty of his fans, the recycling of old material without his input seems especially disheartening. With more context and vision, Bad Dogs Have More Fun could have been transformed from a reasonably decent listening experience into something special. Simultaneous release with the Vanguard Press hardcover. (Sept.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved

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Library Journal Review

This title is a bit of a misnomer, as few of the stories are about dogs and even fewer are about bad dogs having fun. Covering a variety of topics, ranging from smoking, zero-tolerance school policies, and littering to Marley's memorial service, a father/son bonding experience, and dog training as parent training, these 75 columns, compiled and published by Grogan's former employer the Philadelphia Inquirer, consist of observations about family, life, and animals. Although he is credited as the author, Grogan (Marley & Me) states in his blog that these writings have been published without his knowledge, input, or approval. Arte Johnson provides an admirable reading, with excellent timing and an expressive voice reflecting Grogan's sense of humor and irony. This audiobook will be of interest to public and academic libraries with a demand for Grogan's works or miscellaneous essays on American life. Purchase where needed. [Marley & Me was a New York Times best seller and is being made into a movie scheduled for a December 2008 release.--Ed.]--Laurie Selwyn, formerly with Grayson Cty. Law Lib., Sherman, TX (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Grogan, J., & Johnson, A. (2007). Bad dogs have more fun: selected writings on animals, family and life from the Philadelphia inquirer . Phoenix Audio.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Grogan, John, 1957- and Arte Johnson. 2007. Bad Dogs Have More Fun: Selected Writings On Animals, Family and Life From the Philadelphia Inquirer. [Place of publication not identified]: Phoenix Audio.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Grogan, John, 1957- and Arte Johnson. Bad Dogs Have More Fun: Selected Writings On Animals, Family and Life From the Philadelphia Inquirer [Place of publication not identified]: Phoenix Audio, 2007.

Harvard Citation (style guide)

Grogan, J. and Johnson, A. (2007). Bad dogs have more fun: selected writings on animals, family and life from the philadelphia inquirer. [Place of publication not identified]: Phoenix Audio.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Grogan, John, and Arte Johnson. Bad Dogs Have More Fun: Selected Writings On Animals, Family and Life From the Philadelphia Inquirer Phoenix Audio, 2007.

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