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The World Would Be a Better Place With More Dogs Like Skip
"My Dog Skip" takes the reader back to a time (the 1940's) and a place (the Mississippi Delta) when things were much more simple than they are now: No computers, no video games, no 115 channels on cable TV. Just simple life as a kid, including adventures with your best friend, your dog. Morris describes his youth with his dog Skip as a simple, funny, and touching memory which we can all embrace. If you've ever owned a dog, you'll love reading Skip's adventures. If you have never had the privilege, you'll be strongly tempted to go out and buy or adopt your own Skip.

If you saw the film version of the book, understand that much of the movie was "Hollywood-ized." Even so, I think most readers will enjoy the book even more than the film.

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My Dog Skip
We read our book as a group in an education class during our senior block. We all agreed that "My Dog Skip" is a great book for all ages. It is very easy to read, and most people can relate to it especially if you are from the South. It is about a young boy and his relationship with his dog. The author, Willie Morris, does a great job describing details to keep the reader's interest.

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Beautifully Told
Willie Morris has recounted the life of not just a boyhood pet, but a dear and close friend.
The Story of Skip's life as told by his owner is full of mythic adventures of childhood. Where every new day was full of joy and wonder. Morris' storytelling brings the dog, his family and the lush southern landscape into full and brilliant view.
When you read My Dog Skip you can just feel how much this young man loved and revered his dog.
Any of us who have had a much loved pet know that the bond between animal and human can reach so much further than just "pet and owner". Willie Morris makes the statement that Skip wasn't just his dog, but his brother... that is a beautiful thing. Morris grew up an only child but did not feel alone by any stretch of the imagination. He was loved deeply by and deeply loved his dog Skip.
Another great point made in this book is how Willie Morris learned so much from his dog Skip. He clearly states that the most lasting lessons he has learned about love and loyalty came from knowing his dog.
This book captures so well the love a boy or any human being can have for a pet... I loved the story and highly recommend it!