Out on a Leash, Shirley MacLaine
Out on a Leash, Shirley MacLaine
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Out on a Leash
Exploring the Nature of Reality and Love

Author: Shirley MacLaine

Narrator: Shirley MacLaine

Unabridged: 3 hr 35 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/01/2003


Synopsis

From internationally bestselling author, beloved actress, and “one-of-a-kind wit” (Vanity Fair) Shirley MacLaine comes a brilliant, fun-loving, and inspiring story of unconditional love.

Shirley MacLaine found perfect love—in the furry bundle of irresistible canine charms that was Terry. With her winning terrier ways and an endless wellspring of absolute love, Terry succeeded in doing what no one before her ever had: slowing Shirley’s nomadic lifestyle and leading her home.

Some of Shirley’s greatest pleasures included being with Terry on her New Mexico ranch or on a New York street, romping on the beach together, or sharing a long plane ride to a new location for making a film. With Terry by her side, Shirley was able to see the world in new ways she never thought possible.

In this utterly charming book, told in both Shirley and Terry’s voices, Shirley explores how her beloved Terry provided a window for exploring the true nature of love and how to truly and fully live in the moment. Updated with a brand new ending, the book relates in deeply moving language Terry’s last days, and the joy Shirley felt when her bond with Terry proved unbreakable and Terry contacts her from the other side.

A unique, witty, and ultimately wise memoir by one of the truly remarkable women of our time, Out on a Leash is the perfect gift for dog lovers and spiritual seekers everywhere.

About Shirley MacLaine

Shirley MacLaine has appeared in more than fifty films, has been nominated for an Academy Award six times, and received the Oscar for Best Actress in 1984 for Terms of Endearment. She also recently starred in the hit TV show Downton Abbey. A longtime outspoken advocate for civil rights and liberties, she is the author of ten international bestsellers. She lives in Malibu, California, and Santa Fe, New Mexico.


Reviews

Goodreads review by M. on February 06, 2017

As a writer, I love to read or listen to other writers who expand on subject matter that influences their life. Shirley MacLaine's novel "Out on a Leash," is a wonderful thought provoking expression of her world as it relates to her dog Terri. He insight and spiritualism about the world is often giv......more

Goodreads review by John on August 02, 2012

Shirley tells it like it is! Some readers belittled it because their experience is just too shallow. You have to look a little deeper to see the real meaning of life. Shirley looks deep and sees the light.......more

Goodreads review by Dele on August 24, 2018

I've read most of Shirley's books, so when I find one that I haven't read I'm delighted. In Out On a Leash, Shirley McLaine reflects on the nature of reality and love that she has seen reflected in her dog, Terry. I happen to listen to the audio book which is read by McLaine, The book has two voices......more

Goodreads review by Kathie on October 04, 2016

Needed something on the silly side and this suited the bill. There is some philosophizing in it. Listening to Shirley bring voice to her dog was amusing. I don't care for anthropomorphism in general, but at least it was funny. Very quick read.......more

Goodreads review by Kym on August 01, 2015

I loved this! One of the many books I read whilst recovering from major surgery earlier this year and it was perfect; exactly what I needed :) Thank you Shirley :)......more