- Paperback: 337 pages
- Publisher: Harper Paperbacks; Reprint edition (13 Oct 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0061713309
- ISBN-13: 978-0061713309
- Product Dimensions: 20.5 x 16.5 x 2.1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,280,922 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Heart-rending' (New York Times )
'You've met the wife and dog, now meet the parents . . . Grogan makes readers feel they have a seat at the family dinner table' (People )
'A hilarious and touching memoir . . . a tenderly told story' (Publishers Weekly, Starred Review )
'John Grogan is more like Marley than he might want to believe. An affable, unassuming rabble-rouser, the author who penned a bestseller about his goofy dog gets up to some hilarious antics of his own in a new coming-of age memoir, THE LONGEST TRIP HOME' (Bookpage )
'With his telltale humor and poignant observations about life and our humanity, John Grogan delivers another emotional whollop here. THE LONGEST TRIP HOME is a must read for anyone who has questioned their faith, sought to understand their identity, and loved their family. In other words, everyone.' (Ann Hood, author of The Knitting Circle )
'Every now and then a memoir is so well written that readers are able to find elements of their own life story in the chronicle of the writer’s life. So it is with this eloquent, tender, witty memoir. Shifting artfully between the voice of a child and the perspective of an adult, John Grogan captures our hearts from start to finish.' (Doris Kearns Goodwin, author of Wait Till Next Year and Team of Rivals )
'You've met the wife and dog, now meet the parents . . . Grogan makes readers feel they have a seat at the family dinner table' (People )
'A hilarious and touching memoir . . . a tenderly told story' (Publishers Weekly, Starred Review )
'John Grogan is more like Marley than he might want to believe. An affable, unassuming rabble-rouser, the author who penned a bestseller about his goofy dog gets up to some hilarious antics of his own in a new coming-of age memoir, THE LONGEST TRIP HOME' (Bookpage )
'With his telltale humor and poignant observations about life and our humanity, John Grogan delivers another emotional whollop here. THE LONGEST TRIP HOME is a must read for anyone who has questioned their faith, sought to understand their identity, and loved their family. In other words, everyone.' (Ann Hood, author of The Knitting Circle )
'Every now and then a memoir is so well written that readers are able to find elements of their own life story in the chronicle of the writer’s life. So it is with this eloquent, tender, witty memoir. Shifting artfully between the voice of a child and the perspective of an adult, John Grogan captures our hearts from start to finish.' (Doris Kearns Goodwin, author of Wait Till Next Year and Team of Rivals )
Review
'Genuinely heartrending . . . deeply felt humanity and pathos' (New York Times )
'It is funny, poignant and honest' (Scotsman Magazine )
'Wry and witty' (Washington Post )
'You've met the wife and dog, now meet the parents . . . Grogan makes readers feel they have a seat at the family dinner table' (People )
'A hilarious and touching memoir . . . a tenderly told story' (Publishers Weekly, Starred Review )
'John Grogan is more like Marley than he might want to believe. An affable, unassuming rabble-rouser, the author who penned a bestseller about his goofy dog gets up to some hilarious antics of his own in a new coming-of age memoir, THE LONGEST TRIP HOME' (Bookpage )
'With his telltale humor and poignant observations about life and our humanity, John Grogan delivers another emotional whollop here. THE LONGEST TRIP HOME is a must read for anyone who has questioned their faith, sought to understand their identity, and loved their family. In other words, everyone.' (Ann Hood, author of The Knitting Circle )
'Every now and then a memoir is so well written that readers are able to find elements of their own life story in the chronicle of the writer's life. So it is with this eloquent, tender, witty memoir. Shifting artfully between the voice of a child and the perspective of an adult, John Grogan captures our hearts from start to finish.' (Doris Kearns Goodwin, author of Wait Till Next Year and Team of Rivals ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
'It is funny, poignant and honest' (Scotsman Magazine )
'Wry and witty' (Washington Post )
'You've met the wife and dog, now meet the parents . . . Grogan makes readers feel they have a seat at the family dinner table' (People )
'A hilarious and touching memoir . . . a tenderly told story' (Publishers Weekly, Starred Review )
'John Grogan is more like Marley than he might want to believe. An affable, unassuming rabble-rouser, the author who penned a bestseller about his goofy dog gets up to some hilarious antics of his own in a new coming-of age memoir, THE LONGEST TRIP HOME' (Bookpage )
'With his telltale humor and poignant observations about life and our humanity, John Grogan delivers another emotional whollop here. THE LONGEST TRIP HOME is a must read for anyone who has questioned their faith, sought to understand their identity, and loved their family. In other words, everyone.' (Ann Hood, author of The Knitting Circle )
'Every now and then a memoir is so well written that readers are able to find elements of their own life story in the chronicle of the writer's life. So it is with this eloquent, tender, witty memoir. Shifting artfully between the voice of a child and the perspective of an adult, John Grogan captures our hearts from start to finish.' (Doris Kearns Goodwin, author of Wait Till Next Year and Team of Rivals ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
In a humorous and heart warming way John Grogan shares stories from his childhood through adulthood. The reader is brought along on John's evolution from a boy into a man with a family of his own. Along the way, as he searches for his own identity and beliefs - outside of his parents influences and his upbringing, the author discovers compassion and the powerful love he has for his family. What I found most inspiring is how John honors his parents - from the raising of his brothers and sister to their enduring marriage and unwavering strength found in their Catholic religion. If you found this book enjoyable, I think you'll also enjoy any of Ariel & Shya Kane books "Working on Yourself Doesn't Work: The 3 Simple Ideas That Can Instantaneously Transform Your Life", "Being Here: Modern Day Tales of Enlightenment" and "How to Create a Magical Relationship: The 3 Simple Ideas that Will Instantaneously Transform Your Love Life" and their #1 internet radio show called "Being Here" on The 7th Wave Network channel on Voice America.com. It does not have to take a long journey or life threatening disease of a loved one to rekindle your own love or connection to those in your life you find most precious. I certainly have found inspiration to express my own love and appreciation for my family with more ease and frequency after reading works like these.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Having read his first book 'Marley and me' I knew that it was going to be a very hard book to follow. This book is about his earlier life up to the present day and goes through various stages of his life. It is well written and an enjoyable read. Just not quite as good as 'Marley and me', though I am a dog person so that book hit a cord - though enjoyable and light hearted and suitable for everyone.
Format:Kindle Edition
This book was a brilliant read and I could put it down. It is written very much in the same style as Marley and Me but it is such an honest and open book. You definately feel connected to the family as you read it!
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