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Rent Water for Elephants
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Format: Paperback, Unabridged-CD, Paperback
Publisher: Workman Pub Co
Published: Jan 2006
Genre: Fiction - Literary
Retail Price: $18.99
Pages: 350
Synopsis
Jacob Jankowski, 90 years old and living in a nursing home, tells how, orphaned and penniless during the Great Depression, he became an animal trainer in a circus. In his days with the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth, he falls in love with the beautiful performer Marlena--and also with the delightful Rosie the elephant.
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Reviews
I loved this book. The author really draws you into the story with wonderful characters and a rich back drop. You get to know Jacob and cheer for him throughout the novel. I had trouble putting it down...
Great book, enjoyed the story line. A sweet ending
I found it a wonderful read. It was full of insight, made me laugh & made me sad, with a great ending.
Loved this book. I will never watch a circus again the same way. Very moving, couldnt put it down.
Wonderful read! I can't wait for the movie.