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The Book of Joe: About a Dog and His Man,New
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In the tradition of Anna Quindlens Good Dog. Stay., the iconic star of the Dr. Phibes films shares the heartwarming tale of his mischievous mutt.Actor Vincent Price won acclaim for his performances as a menacing villain in dozens of macabre horror films, such as House of Wax. Less well known, though, is Prices lifelong love of animals, especially his fourteenyearold mutt, Joe. From his wifes passion for poodles to film set encounters with all types of creatures, including goats, apes, and camels, Prices life was full of furry, fourlegged friends. But it was Joe who truly captured his heart. Intelligent, courageous, and devoted to his owner, Joe was a special dog with a personality all his own.In this touching and lighthearted memoir, with a new introduction by Bill Hader and a preface by Vincent Prices daughter, Victoria, Joe gets involved in all sorts of hijinks: At one point, the actor has to defend his canine companion in court! Despite some bad habits, like stealing guests shoes, pursuing lustful trysts with neighboring dogs, or belly flopping into the garden fishpondcrushing more than a few fishPrice loves his Joselito, whose unconditional loyalty more than makes up for his minor indiscretions. And when Prices elderly cousin who comes to stay with him is stricken with cancer, Joe never leaves her side. Prices tender and witty recollections of his time spent with Joe will bring joy to any animal lovers heart.The Vincent Price Family Legacy will donate a portion of the proceeds from this book to the Fund for Animals.
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- Q: What is 'The Book of Joe: About a Dog and His Man' about? A: 'The Book of Joe' is a heartwarming memoir by actor Vincent Price, detailing his life with his beloved dog, Joe. The book shares touching anecdotes about their adventures together and highlights Price's lifelong love for animals.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Book of Joe' is Vincent Price, a renowned actor known for his roles in horror films, who also shares his experiences with his dog in this memoir.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: 'The Book of Joe' was published on April 26, 2016.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new and comes in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Book of Joe' contains 156 pages.
- Q: Is there any special introduction or preface in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a new introduction by Bill Hader and a preface by Vincent Price's daughter, Victoria.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Book of Joe'? A: The book explores themes of companionship, loyalty, and the joys of pet ownership through humorous and heartfelt stories involving Vincent Price and his dog, Joe.
- Q: Is there a charitable aspect associated with the book? A: Yes, a portion of the proceeds from 'The Book of Joe' will be donated to the Fund for Animals by the Vincent Price Family Legacy.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: 'The Book of Joe' is categorized under 'Actors & Entertainers' and is a memoir that appeals to both animal lovers and fans of Vincent Price.
- Q: Can I find any illustrations or photos in the book? A: The book primarily focuses on the text and stories of Vincent Price's experiences with his dog, but it may include some illustrations or photographs related to the narrative.