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Nigel

my family and other dogs

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 When Monty Don's golden retriever Nigel became the surprise star of BBC Gardeners' World inspiring huge interest, fan mail and even his own social media accounts, Monty Don wanted to explore what makes us connect with animals quite so deeply.
In many respects Nigel is a very ordinary dog; charming, handsome and obedient, as so many are. He is also a much loved family pet. He is also a star. By telling Nigel's story, Monty relates his relationships with other special dogs in his life in a memoir of his dogs past and very much present.
Witty, touching and life-affirming, Nigel: My family and other dogs is wonderfully heart-warming. Monty Don is a great writer coming out of the garden and into the hearts and homes of every dog lover in the UK.

'I have always had a dog, or dogs. I cannot imagine life without them. I am just as much a fan of Nigel as any besotted viewer. In the book I explore why we love dogs and what they mean to us emotionally and domestically. I look back on all the dogs in my life - all of which I have loved deeply and which have been an essential part of my life. So, this is the book of Nigel - but also the book of all our dogs in every British family and a celebration of the deep love we feel for them' Monty Don

(P) 2016 Hodder & Stoughton Limited©2016 Monty Don Biological Sciences Dogs Entertainment & Celebrities Gardening & Horticulture Pets & Animal Care Science Celebrity Gardening Entertainment Heartfelt Feel-Good Inspiring Witty Thought-Provoking

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Humane, engaging and eloquent
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A great book. I really enjoyed this. It was sad in places, talking about the dogs that died, but also very uplifting recounting their lives lived happily with Monty and family. I thought the book was just about the dogs, but there was plenty to keep me interested about the garden and family.

Nigel

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Absolutely loved it. Well read , couldn't put it down, could have listened all over again

best audio book ever

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loved it. dog lover. didnt realise just how much it feels to have a dog in our life. sometimes feel people dont get it. loved the gardening refs and tips too. currently potting my spring bulbs with headphones on. heaven.

fantastic listening. well done nigel and monty. xx

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What a wonderful book,it made me laugh,smile and cry.Reminding me of the truely special relationship we have with our canine companions. Thank you Monty

Wonderful

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Beautiful narration by Monty, you can almost smell the garden and pat the dogs.
Relaxing, moving, funny...I highly recommend it.

Nigel

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