Animal Magnetism: My Life with Creatures Great and Small

Animal Magnetism leaves you wanting more

If you like animals, you will thoroughly enjoy reading this book. Rita Mae Brown pulls you in as though you were having a conversation with her on your front porch, sipping iced tea and laughing at her glorious sense of humor about all manner of creatures, humans included. Her writing style is delicious; you won't want to put it down until you've read the whole thing.

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A very different kind of story

Rita Mae Brown has such a wonderful way with animals and it comes out in her stories. This was a very unique book and not only do you learn a lot about animals but about her.

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Animal Magnetism

Having read almost all of Ms Brown's books, I found this one exceptionally interesting. Her comments on life, politics and 4 footed friends make one think. I have lent it to my sister, but expect to have it returned so that I may read it again.

Each of the chapters has something to think about: death, friendship, and a fine understanding of animals both domestic and wild. These animals are not represented as people, they are animals doing what animals do, but Ms Brown has such a great understanding of them that each animal becomes a personality to the reader.


At the moment, I have 3 cats each of which has a distinct personality. And although some who don't listen to their animals wouldn't understand, Squeak and I often play hide and seek and other games. When I pull out a suitcase to travel, she will go and lie in it - doesn't want me to leave, or wants to come along. (At the moment Squeak is trying to assist me in this review, just as Sneaky Pie often helps Ms Brown with her writing.)

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A simple, straightforward account of the animals that have inhabited Rita Mae Brown's life.

Animal Magnetism is a simple, straightforward account of the animals that have inhabited Rita Mae Brown's life. The stories of the cats, dogs, horses, birds, and foxes (there is even an opossum!) that have touched her reveal life lessons that all animal lovers can relate to. Brown often gets on her soap box about issues such as animal abuse, government, and city life, but she does it in such a down to earth, humble, and direct way that it is hard to disagree with her. The love and appreciation she feels for all animals shines through and the animals themselves will touch your heart. The story of Susie Q, the draft horse that taught Rita Mae to ride, reminded me of my own experiences as a child and the story of Tack, her loving and courageous dog, literally brought me to tears. As much as I loved the animals in these stories, I also loved the opportunity to learn more about Rita Mae Brown herself. She reveals herself in this book and proves she is a person worth getting to know.

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Very Interesting $ Thought Provoking

I love all her books so it was interesting to see what events in her life influenced her writing. Her comments on our government and animal welfare are straight forward and thought provoking. I surprisingly enjoyed this book vey much.

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