Man and Beast [Paperback]

J. R. Helton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2001

Author's story of co-founding one of the largest no-kill animal sanctuaries in the Southwest.

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From the Publisher

Author J.R. Helton never saw himself as an "animal lover." In fact, he wasn't even a good pet owner. And yet, in 1997, he found himself helping his wife, Tracy Frank, form the Southern Animal Rescue Association, or SARA Sanctuary on a 581 acre ranch in South Texas. Recently recognized for its work with a grant from the International Fund for Animal Welfare, SARA is now one of the largest, truly no-kill dog and cat sanctuaries in the South and has found homes for hundreds of abandoned and abused animals while providing a haven for hundreds more. In his memoir "Man and Beast," the author traces his reluctant journey of co-founding a sanctuary not only for animals, but perhaps one for himself as well.

About the Author

J.R. Helton lives and writes in San Antonio, Texas where he is currently teaching English at both The University of Texas at San Antonio and San Antonio College.

Product Details

• Paperback: 219 pages
• Publisher: Abiqua Pr Inc (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097077320X
• ISBN-13: 978-0970773203
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #641,884 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Missed point, September 26, 2003

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Claire LeAfanne - See all my reviews

This review is from: Man and Beast (Paperback)

Good read. I think that Ms. Hillman totally missed the point. I would highly recommend this book to readers who appreciate writing from truth and one's own humility. Granted it is not all warm and fuzzy, but isn't that real life? .... And as far as the language, what bubble does she live in?

This book will change the way you look at animals and open your eyes to the unworthy people who are able to own them. Support your local no-kill animal shelters.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars MAN AND BEAST, December 10, 2002

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LINDA HILLMAN (MANASSAS, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Man and Beast (Paperback)

This has to go at the top of my list as one of the worst books I have ever tried to read. I didn't come away even feeling that Mr. Helton even liked most of the aniamls,that they were a burden, messy and expensive. The language used was pure filth, the only redeeming virtue is that untold numbers of animals have been rescued and placed, I hope the money I spent on this book goes to their care and upkeep, it will be the only way I felt it wan't totally wasted.