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Stargazing Dog Paperback – November 1, 2011

by Takashi Murakami (Author)

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Translated from the Japanese bestseller, this story centers on Oto-san, a man who finds himself abandoned by his family and friends with nothing in his life happening the way he had planned. He embarks on a road trip to escape it all, and he soon discovers the only one he can count on completely is his faithful, recently adopted dog, who helps him see the light at the end of the tunnel. Illustrating the valuable lessons of friendship and loyalty, this is a heartwarming tale of two endearing characters and their shared adventure into the unknown.

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Reading this graphic novel is the emotional equivalent to listening to NPR’s StoryCorps—moving, beautiful, and ultimately heart-wrenching. Murakami’s lovingly drawn, award-winning manga tells the story of a simple man’s life from the point of view of his devoted dog, Happie. Due to a combination of factors, circumstances change quickly for Happie’s nameless owner, “Daddy,” who was once a regular Joe with an office job and a family. Happie sticks by him through thick and thin, and, true to his name, Happie remains blissfully unaware of Daddy’s increasingly desperate living situation. As Daddy’s luck and health continue to fail, Happie becomes Daddy’s only friend and final joy. This touching story shows the cruelty of a modern society that allows those down on their luck to fall through the cracks. --Candice Mack

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"Murakami knows he has a powerful central image in this happy, ignorant mutt and the desperate man who loves him, and so he stands back from it just enough to let it work on the reader, never pushing the story too far to the maudlin." —www.AVClub.com (November 2011)

"Reading this graphic novel is the emotional equivalent to listening to NPR's StoryCorps—moving, beautiful, and ultimately heart-wrenching." —Booklist (December 15, 2011)

"Anyone who's ever loved a pet will be moved to tears by the tale of human misfortune and the unwavering dedication of dogs that unfolds in Murakami's graphic novel." —Modern Dog (March 2012)

"Charming and universally appealing." —New City (February 2012)

"Did I mention the book will break your heart, yet? So it's really up to you if you want to spend a half hour of your life reading a book like that. I'm glad I did, because it's a memorable book that doesn't harp on politics or society as a whole. I'm a softie for this book, completely." —www.ComicBookResources.com

"Here are some cool reads featuring awesome canines that will help take your mind off the sweltering temperatures." —www.yalsa.ala.org

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Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: NBM Publishing (November 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1561636126
ISBN-13: 978-1561636129
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.3 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 28 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,049,599 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #14298 in Manga Comics & Graphic Novels

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sadly beautiful

November 30, 2011

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Originally published in Japan in 2008, Murakami notes that this is his first story. I won't rehash the story as that's already covered in the other review, but will likewise note that it's sad. Really sad. But also beautifully sad.

Fans of Takashi Murakami's art should be aware that this is from a different person with the same name. I didn't know that when I bought the book, but I'm really pleased to have found this little book. Even if it is sad.

Manga fans will note that this English translation has been reversed to read from left to right, front to back. There are helpful marginal translations of the various sounds and interjections left in the original Japanese in the artwork.

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I'll keep stargazing too

April 5, 2017

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I loved every minute of reading it. That's why I decided to read the sequel that sadly doesn't have a translation in english so I had to read it in spanish. Nonetheless, this book will make you cry. Such a beautiful and sad story.

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Such a beautiful, yet tragic story.

May 7, 2013

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This book is a beautiful story I really loved reading it. However, I would not recommend it for people who are quite sensitive to any animals death. If you have seen the films "Hachi" or "Marley and me" or "Turner and Hooch" you will know what I mean. That aside, I find myself quite sensitive to this topic as I have had 2 dogs of my own pass away, one not too long ago and I still loved this story. It is short, the art work is gorgeous and the characters are cute and sweet. I read it in about an hour or so and had a few tears in my eyes by the end but it is definitely worth reading.

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Review of Stargazing Dog

April 5, 2014

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Creative and excellent story! I bought the book because at 141/2 years old, my Samoyed-german shepherd Jake, had taken to sitting on our terra-cotta porch and looking at the stars. When I ordered the book, our house had just burned down entirely, but Jake, mom and I were able to get out and in a few days into an apartment...Though I was never actually homeless, I related to the man who takes his dog with him and lives in his car. I LOVED that he sold all his remaining possessions to get his dog surgery. Very nice and hip story....I've already loaned it to close friends who share my love for our canine kindred spirits!

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A story about a dog

January 7, 2012

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It's great to write a review after several others have already explained the plot, now I don't have to ;) So far a agree with the other reviews. I just wanted to give this book the high rating it deserves and say a few things that may intice some people to give it a shot. The book is sad but not to the point of inducing tears (at least not for me). Instead, this book elegantly illustrates the unconditional love and loyalty we get from animals and how we often take it for granted. And it does this without being melodramatic or sappy. I really like how it transitions from the dog's perspective to that of the social worker. This contrasts the two views of the human-canine relationship. This is easily one of the best graphic novels I have ever read. If you are on the fence, please give it a chance!

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A Beautiful Story

June 22, 2017

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It was a read that brings out many emotions in such a short time, though a journey worth traveling.

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A slight but touching story

August 30, 2013

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Stargazing Dog is the story of a dog's loyalty to his owner as their life together crumbles. It's a very moving story, but it can also be repetitive (the dog's constant exclamations of "Daddy!" are probably roughly half the text). It is very well-drawn, though, and does more than enough to pull at the heart strings (if you love dogs).

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... and it is gone it can bring back some good

May 6, 2016

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if you ever had a dog and it is gone it can bring back some good thoughts

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