- Hardcover: 246 pages
- Publisher: Pegasus Books (7 April 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1605980331
- ISBN-13: 978-1605980331
- Product Dimensions: 21.7 x 14.1 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 760,541 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'This year's most original and instructive work of popular philosophy ... a remarkable portrait of the bond that can exist between a human being and a beast ... [Rowlands is ] a rare contemporary philosopher who is able to learn from everything he experiences in life, not just books and academic journals. That is what makes The Philosopher and the Wolf so refreshing' Financial Times 'An extraordinary memoir' Daily Mail 'A powerfully subversive critique of the unexamined assumption that shape the way most philosophers - along with most people - think about animals and themselves' Literary Review 'Rowland's memoir is life-affirming, engrossing, thoughtful and moving ... The Philosopher and the Wolf could become a philosophical cult classic' TLS 'Nothing short of human existence, survival and our relationship to all other creatures is examined here and it's all written in a beautifully elegiac way. The heart-strings will be pulled and the mind stimulated' City AM
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This fascinating book charts the relationship between Mark Rowlands, a rootless philosopher, and Brenin, his extraordinarily well-travelled wolf. More than just an exotic pet, Brenin exerted an immense influence on Rowlands as both a person, and, strangely enough, as a philosopher, leading him to re-evaluate his attitude to love, happiness, nature and death. By turns funny (what do you do when your wolf eats your air-conditioning unit?) and poignant, this life-affirming book will make you reappraise what it means to be human.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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This is an IMPORTANT book. It is principally a philosophical work that breaks the mould of much of the trend of Western thought while addressing the historical reasonings that have brought us to our present beliefs. Like Peter Singer, the author is led to a clear defence of animal rights, but for a completely different reason. He presents a compelling case for a duty of consideration towards other sentient beings, explained in parallel to, and as a result of, his experience of living with a wolf. This is a moving, interesting and inspiring tale of friendship. Mark Rowlands, in his dealings with Brenin, the wolf in question - who is recognised by his "owner" as having a personality and rights -, does something so very many dog owners omit to do: he gives him company, instinctively understanding that the animal is not psychologically equipped for solitude. This in turn allows the author to get to know the wolf, understand him and grow to love him. This is ultimately a passionate love story and an attempt to explain what is important in life. A remarkable lesson from the philosopher and the wolf.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book as a dog lover, being fascinated by the relationship between man and animals, and found this a truly delightful, inspiring, moving and most of all thoughtful read. I couldn't put this book down and suprisingly found it a more enjoyable read than most of the other, lighter, books I have bought this year. Buy it and prepare to reflect more deeply on the important questions in life, and what makes us who we are.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I loved this book, if you are expecting a story about some guy and his wolf you will be sadly dissapointed, this is so much more that this. That said I sobbed my heart out when Brennan died and every time his death was mentioned. You will need to be prepared to question yourself on your morals your desires and theh reasons you do things. I loved it. All of it, even though my heart was broken. I want a wolf. I have a cat! what can I say.
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A Classic
I am a great fan of books such as zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance, or the tao of pooh - this is within the same genre. It is beautiful and real and honest. Read more
Published 2 days ago by C. Ryan
A review for those interested in wolves.
I have given the product two stars mostly because most amazon 1 star reviews come across as bitter or totally inappropriate "arrived late" etc. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Neal Matheson
Very compelling book
I read this book over one single weekend, although admittedly it is probably better to invest some more time as the conclusions are worth more extensive consideration. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Robert P. Duvalle
This is not a wolf people!
I have been involved with wolves and wolf rescues for years, including phenotyping canines of unknown heritage. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ron Hargrove
Deep and life changing
This book was absolutely brilliant, combining my two loves and life pursuits, animal behaviour and philosophy. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Rachyrah
interesting story shame about the philosophy
Professional philosopher Mark rowlands charts the story of his buying a wolf cub and the part it played in his life to its death. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. Robert Marsland
clearly not a wolf
I bought this book and started to read, however on the front cover and back pages there is a picture of an animal that is clearly not a wolf but a malamute or malamute x, i stopped... Read more
Published 9 months ago by holly41
Misanthrope seeks consolation with furry animal and Jack Daniels
As a memoir of Rowlands' experience of keeping a large wild animal in his house the book is great - amusing, heartwarming, engaging. But he should have just left it there. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Faunus7
A book to be read by thinking adults
This is more of a diary than a novel, without the restrictions of a diary. It is thought provoking to a point where one would like to sit around the table and discuss Rowland's... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mr. Stuart R. Wapnah
the philosopher and the wolf
This is a great read if you are a dog lover and contains some elementary lessons in philosophical topics too. I believe it is to be made into a movie. Read more
Published 19 months ago by David Betts
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