Rita Mae Brown’s earliest memory is of the soothing purr of
Mickey, her family’s long-haired tiger cat, who curled up
and claimed a spot in her crib. From there, a steady parade
of cats, dogs, horses, and all manner of two- and
four-legged critters have walked, galloped, and flown into
and through her world. In Animal Magnetism, the bestselling
author shares the lessons she’s learned from these marvelous
creatures as well as her deep appreciation for them.Brown
readily admits that she prefers the company of animals to
people, a trait handed down from her mother. After all,
Brown explains, “There’s no such thing as a dumb dog, but
God knows there are continents filled with dumb humans.” In
fact, by observing the dogs on her farm, the horses in her
stables, and the cats that have helped her flesh out her
many novels, Brown has gained better insight into herself
and other human beings–one need only look at a chicken coop,
she once realized, to see its striking similarity to her
mother’s clucking and preening group of friends.In hilarious
and heartwarming stories, Brown introduces us to Franklin, a
parrot with a wicked sense of humor; R.C., a courageous
Doberman who defined loyalty and sacrifice; Suzie Q, the
horse who taught her the meaning of hard work; Baby Jesus, a
tough tiger cat from New York City with sharp teeth to match
his attitude; and of course the beloved and prolific Sneaky
Pie, who needs no introduction to her legions of fans. In
her succinct and personable style, Brown also revisits the
very human parts of her life–growing up in the segregated
South, dealing with the pain and the loss of those dearest
to her, and coming into her own as an adult and as a
writer.Every recollection here reveals nature’s delight and
wonder–and offers solid evidence of the ability of animals
to love. As funny as it is poignant, Animal Magnetism shows
how these inspiring creatures, great and small, can bring
out the best in us, restore us to our greater selves, and
even save our lives.
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