- Hardcover: 295 pages
- Publisher: Harcourt; 1 edition (May 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0151003378
- ISBN-13: 978-0151003372
- Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15.7 x 2.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,396,164 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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THE CRAMPED OFFICE of the Columbia-Greene Humane Society is covered with cat hair. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As a volunteer at an animal shelter, I know firsthand what Elizabeth Hess is writing about. I can't tell you how many times I've wanted to throw in the towel. The animals that I'm helping are what keeps me dedicated. If there were more people in this world like Elizabeth and myself, it would be a much nicer place to live in. I urge everyone to volunteer their time and money to such a worthwhile cause. It's extremely hard sometimes, but the happy endings make it all worth it. These animals are the products of ignorant and cruel people. To know that I make a difference in their lives enriches mine.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book has convinced me to look into adopting my next dog rather than purchasing one from a breeder. I was hesitant to start the book thinking I would become too upset reading it. Though many of the individual animals stories were pathetic and made me angry, it forced me to rethink my plans for our next pet.
Anyone who is thinking of bringing a pet into their homes should read this book and then visit their local shelters.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I was given this book for my birthday because I am a real animal lover. I almost dreaded reading because I was afraid it would make me sad. But once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. I read it in 24 hours. I loved it. All animal lovers should read this. It is a celebration of the bond betweeen animals and people. It is fascinating to learn about the dynamics and politics of running an animal shelter. I am buying it for many on my Christmas list. It has been one the best books I have read this year!!!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
A classic book about animals and people
I was just given this book for my birthday. At first I thought it wasn't for me because I don't usually read animal books. But this is a book about people. Read more
Published on 29 Aug 1999
Reaffirmed my conviction to adopt from a shelter.
I actually borrowed this book from the library because I thought the dog on the cover was cute. Also, because I have adopted dogs from shelters and had never seen a book about... Read more
Published on 22 April 1999
I wish everyone would read this book.
My only comment is that I wish "Lost and Found" would soon become required reading in the schools in America. Read more
Published on 21 April 1999
An excellent look at the "hidden" world of humane societies
This book was very clear and gave a great look at what goes on behind the scenes at a humane society. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 1999
Good book. Good example of the animal shelter culture
I thought this was a good read. As a volunteer at a rescue group I could relate to the frustrations that the shelter volunteers faced, and appreciated the attention to the... Read more
Published on 10 Dec 1998
A great book for anyone with or without animal experience.
I really enjoyed reading this book. I have been volunteering at a shelter much like the Columbia-Greene Humane Society, and thought that Elizabeth really understands shelter... Read more
Published on 23 Aug 1998
A painful reading experience.
This is another boonie dog book review by Wolfie and Kansas. "Lost and Found" by Elizabeth Hess is a hard book for a boonie dog to read. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 1998
Hess makes you rethink what you know of pets & their humans!
Lost & Found is the type of book that makes you relearn all that you thought you knew of the subject. Whether it be pets, shelters, breeders or adopters. Read more
Published on 24 Jun 1998
A book that should be required reading for everyone
For everyone who has ever adopted an animal, surrendered an animal, loved an animal or simply wants to know how we who work at a shelter manage to hang in there, this is the book. Read more
Published on 12 Jun 1998
Emotional!!!
This book was great, I loved it. It was difficult to read yet warm and inviting. Some of the events in the book are disturbing but it lets the average person know what really goes... Read more
Published on 30 April 1998
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