Review of A Journey Through Friendship
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Review of A Journey Through Friendship
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "A Journey Through Friendship" by Joanne Edwards.]
In A Journey Through Friendship by Joanne Edwards, readers are invited to join the author and her loyal dog, Nellie, on an enchanting non-fiction adventure through the picturesque landscapes of mid-Wales. Through friendship, nostalgia, and profound contact with nature, Edwards weaves a touching tale highlighting the everlasting bond between her and Nellie. This book is a moving testament to the beauty of lifelong friendship and the lessons learned. It clearly and poetically clarifies that what we take away from life are our interactions, bonds, and proximity to nature, not the accumulation of wealth or professional success.
Although anyone who reads the book's description on Amazon gets the impression that the book is about "an unforgettable journey through the stunning landscapes of mid-Wales," the truth is that the book is about the author's friendship and interaction with her dog, Nellie. The rest is purely secondary. The book reflects on life, friendship, man's connection with nature, spirituality, and much more. As a huge dog lover, I loved how the author described her closeness to Nellie. The photos she added are also outstanding and help to make the book's message more straightforward in the reader's mind.
One problem with the book is that the paragraphs seem repetitive in many parts. The reader has the impression that they have read the same passage several times. This aspect could have been improved slightly if the author had developed the details of her interactions with others. Unfortunately, when describing this type of interaction, the author uses vague and generalizing phrases such as "I learned that the most important thing is not to have material success, but rather the bonds we form with other human beings."
Although I'm a big dog lover and like this book's premise, I finished reading with the impression that A Journey Through Friendship could be better. The narrative could be more engaging, and the character development could be more profound. Not that I didn't enjoy reading it, but don't get me wrong. The problem is that the author beats around the bush in some parts of the book. I only found three grammatical errors, so the book's editing is decent. Therefore, I rate it 4 out of 5 stars. This note clarifies that the book is pleasant to read and enjoyable, but it can be better in some aspects.
I recommend this work to nature lovers, especially readers who like dogs. However, do not expect to find detailed descriptions of the geography of Wales here. Even the author's interaction with other humans receives little emphasis. The main focus is the author's companionate relationship with her dog.
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A Journey Through Friendship
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In A Journey Through Friendship by Joanne Edwards, readers are invited to join the author and her loyal dog, Nellie, on an enchanting non-fiction adventure through the picturesque landscapes of mid-Wales. Through friendship, nostalgia, and profound contact with nature, Edwards weaves a touching tale highlighting the everlasting bond between her and Nellie. This book is a moving testament to the beauty of lifelong friendship and the lessons learned. It clearly and poetically clarifies that what we take away from life are our interactions, bonds, and proximity to nature, not the accumulation of wealth or professional success.
Although anyone who reads the book's description on Amazon gets the impression that the book is about "an unforgettable journey through the stunning landscapes of mid-Wales," the truth is that the book is about the author's friendship and interaction with her dog, Nellie. The rest is purely secondary. The book reflects on life, friendship, man's connection with nature, spirituality, and much more. As a huge dog lover, I loved how the author described her closeness to Nellie. The photos she added are also outstanding and help to make the book's message more straightforward in the reader's mind.
One problem with the book is that the paragraphs seem repetitive in many parts. The reader has the impression that they have read the same passage several times. This aspect could have been improved slightly if the author had developed the details of her interactions with others. Unfortunately, when describing this type of interaction, the author uses vague and generalizing phrases such as "I learned that the most important thing is not to have material success, but rather the bonds we form with other human beings."
Although I'm a big dog lover and like this book's premise, I finished reading with the impression that A Journey Through Friendship could be better. The narrative could be more engaging, and the character development could be more profound. Not that I didn't enjoy reading it, but don't get me wrong. The problem is that the author beats around the bush in some parts of the book. I only found three grammatical errors, so the book's editing is decent. Therefore, I rate it 4 out of 5 stars. This note clarifies that the book is pleasant to read and enjoyable, but it can be better in some aspects.
I recommend this work to nature lovers, especially readers who like dogs. However, do not expect to find detailed descriptions of the geography of Wales here. Even the author's interaction with other humans receives little emphasis. The main focus is the author's companionate relationship with her dog.
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A Journey Through Friendship
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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