The World According to Bob
The Further Adventures of One Man and His Streetwise Cat
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4.9 • 59 Ratings
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- $11.99
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- $11.99
Publisher Description
Cat lovers around the world embraced the New York Times bestselling heartwarming true story of James Bowen and A Street Cat Named Bob. Now, the busker and his feline friend are back in The World According to Bob: The Further Adventures of One Man and His Streetwise Cat—a touching and true sequel about one man and the cat that changed his life.
As James struggles to adjust to his transformation from street musician to international celebrity, Bob is at his side, providing moments of intelligence, bravery, and humor and opening his human friend's eyes to important truths about friendship, loyalty, trust--and the meaning of happiness.
In the continuing tale of their life together, James shows the many ways in which Bob has been his protector and guardian angel through times of illness, hardship, even life-threatening danger. As they high-five together for their crowds of admirers, James knows that the tricks he's taught Bob are nothing compared to the lessons he's learnt from his street-wise cat.
Readers who fell in love with Dewey and Marley will be eager for this gift book presenting the next chapters in the life of James and Bob.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Prior to publishing his bestselling memoir, A Street Cat Named Bob, Bowen and his feline sidekick were barely scraping by when opportunity struck in the form of a newspaper story, entitled "Two Cool Cats," profiling the odd couple. The paper set off a wave of interest on Bowen and Bob, culminating in a book deal. Still reeling from the abrupt 180-degree turn his life took, Bowen recounts his transition to overnight celebrity in this equally engaging prequel. Cat-lovers expecting a heartwarming account of Bob's quirky behavior will certainly get that, but Bowen's focus is on the realities of homelessness. Harassment from uninformed, self-appointed do-gooders concerned about Bob's welfare, heartless citizens having a laugh at his expense, and a harrowing encounter with a fellow addict who overdosed on Bowen's doorstep are just a few of the anecdotes here; Bowen isn't looking to shock anyone or paint himself as a martyr. It's this smartly balanced blend of humor, pathos, and humility that makes Bowen such an engaging narrator, and it's no wonder the unlikely duo have inspired so many followers on Facebook as well as in real life. Bowen has crafted a terrific sequel to an amazing and inspiring story that's just beginning.
Customer Reviews
Wow cool can't wait for another book!!!
I read the book in about 3 days !!! I couldn't put it down!! The love of a man for his cat & the cat for his human dad is priceless!! I have 4 cats of my own & can see some of the things they do in the pages of mr Bowen's book!! This is a book I wouldn't mind reading again & again!!!! Bravo to both James & Bob!!! They conquered life at it's darkest , survived & are paying it back two fold!!!! That is the way it should be!!! Kudos to James & Bob!!!
A Street Cat Named Bob
I am so very sorry I have finished this book. James and Bob became my companions. I didn't want it to end. The Bible verse Heb. 13:2 seems to me to fit here. I fully believe that Bob's present was no accident or coincident. God bless you both because you sure have me.
Bravo! To James and Bob
Both books, A Street Cat Named Bob, and The World According to Bob are the best reads! Heartwarming, and insightful. James is able to express what every "cat" person already knows and understands about the intuition, intelligence and loyal companionship a cat is capable of bestowing if given the chance by the human they choose to be theirs. Looking forward to the upcoming movie. Well done James, well done Bob... Well done indeed!