Merle’s Door Lessons from a Freethinking Dog
Merle’s Door: Lessons from a Freethinking Dog by Ted Kerasote, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt on July 16, 2007, is a 416-page exploration of the bond between humans and dogs. This edition includes a new photo insert chronicling the life of Merle, a dog who lived freely in the Utah desert before forming a deep connection with Kerasote. The narrative delves into how dogs might choose to live if given the freedom to make their own decisions, highlighting the mutual growth and learning that occurs in the relationship between Ted and Merle.
Readers will find insights into animal consciousness and the dynamics of leadership within the context of the human-dog relationship. The book draws on contemporary wolf research to enrich its themes, presenting a blend of personal memoir and exploration of outdoor skills. Through their shared experiences, Kerasote and Merle illustrate the joys and challenges of companionship, making this work both a love story and a reflection on independence.
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Now including a wonderful new photo insert chronicling Merle’s life, this national bestseller explores the relationship between humans and dogs. How would dogs live if they were free? Would they stay with their human friends?
Merle and Ted found each other in the Utah desert— Merle was living wild and Ted was looking for a pup to keep him company. As their bond grew, Ted taught Merle how to live around wildlife, and Merle taught Ted about the benefits of letting a dog make his own decisions.
Using the latest in wolf research and exploring issues of animal consciousness and leadership and the origins of the human-dog relationship, Ted Kerasote takes us on the journey he and Merle shared. As much a love story as a story of independence and partnership, Merle’s Door is tender, funny, and ultimately illuminating.
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