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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 362.1756
EAN: 9781401323233
Edition: 1
ISBN: 1401323235
Label: Hyperion
Manufacturer: Hyperion
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 240
Publication Date: February 02, 2010
Publisher: Hyperion
Release Date: February 02, 2010
Studio: Hyperion
Features:- ISBN13: 9781401323233
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Editorial Review:
Product Description:
A remarkable cat. A special gift. A life-changing journey.
They thought he was just a cat.
When Oscar arrived at the Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rhode Island he was a cute little guy with attitude. He loved to stretch out in a puddle of sunlight and chase his tail until he was dizzy. Occasionally he consented to a scratch behind the ears, but only when it suited him. In other words, he was a typical cat. Or so it seemed. It wasn't long before Oscar had created something of a stir.
Apparently, this ordinary cat possesses an extraordinary gift: he knows instinctively when the end of life is near.
Oscar is a welcome distraction for the residents of Steere House, many of whom are living with Alzheimer's. But he never spends much time with them--until they are in their last hours. Then, as if this were his job, Oscar strides purposely into a patient's room, curls up on the bed, and begins his vigil. Oscar provides comfort and companionship when people need him most. And his presence lets caregivers and loved ones know that it's time to say good-bye.
Oscar's gift is a tender mercy. He teaches by example: embracing moments of life that so many of us shy away from.
Making Rounds with Oscar is the story of an unusual cat, the patients he serves, their caregivers, and of one doctor who learned how to listen. Heartfelt, inspiring, and full of humor and pathos, this book allows readers to take a walk into a world rarely seen from the outside, a world we often misunderstand.
Praise for Making Rounds With Oscar
"This touching and engaging book is a must-read for more than just cat lovers; anyone who enjoys a well-written and compelling story will find much to admire in its unlikely hero."
-Publisher's Weekly
"I love this book -- Oscar has much to teach us about empathy and courage. I couldn't put it down."
-Sarah Gruen, author of Water for Elephants
"At its heart, Dosa's search is more about how people cope with death than Oscar's purported ability to predict it."
-The Associated Press
"Beautifully written, heartwarming [...] Told with profound insight and great respect for all involved, this is more than just a cat story (although it will appeal to fans of Vicki Myron's Dewey)."
-Library Journal
"You'll be moved."
-People
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This book is NOT just for cat lovers, or care givers! This book will teach you about the small mysteries of Life and Death! This book is simply fascinating!
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First, although this book title leads you to believe this is a story about Oscar the cat that is not entirely true. This book is also about a doctor and his learning to accept small miracles in his life. This book is also a little bit about surviving after someone you love has died. This book is probably more about Dr. Dosa's learning and others' experiences as their loved ones died than it is about Oscar.
This book is written as a series of essays that are connected together with Oscar ... Read More
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Oscar is one of six resident cats at the Steere House, and elderly care house that specializes in dementia patients. Although the original resident cat, Henry, was not really accepted when Steere House was first built, but he eventually grew on the staff and residence. Now, through studies of how people respond better with animals, the Steere House has six cats.
Oscar was not known to be a friendly cat, rather hiding and swatting at people then cuddling. But, some of the staff and the residence ... Read More
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Those who have cats will probably not wonder about Oscar's divine talents. But the doctor that writes about Oscar is not only human, he is humane. A great read from the perspective of a doc recognizing his own mortality and phycial limitations and how an ordinary cat makes him question the medical establishment.
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What a wonderfully inspiring book! The book is written on the premise of a very unusual cat named Oscar and the physician who "studied" him. Dr. Dosa, a Gerontologist, is the primary physician on the dementia floor of Steele House, a nursing home. Being of scientific mind, he is a confirmed skeptic that Oscar would be anything other than just an ordinary cat. Mary is the head nurse in charge of the staffing and the well-being of Dr. Dosa's patients. Through Mary's insights and not so subtle nudging, she starts ... Read More
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