Crowded in the Middle of Nowhere: Tales of Humor and Healing from Rural America - Softcover

Dr. Bo Brock

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1626342644 ISBN 13: 9781626342644

Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group Press, 2016

Synopsis

IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award GOLD Winner in Humor

Crowded in the Middle of Nowhere: Tales of Humor and Healing from Rural America is a collection of humorous and poignant stories from a veterinarian in a small, dusty farming and ranching community in rural West Texas. Dr. Brock gives you an intimate look into his small-town and big-hearted perspective on life, animals, and their owners. His unique perspective and tales of doctoring beloved pets, cantankerous livestock, and occasionally their owners will make you smile, laugh, cry, and evoke every other emotion under the sun.

About this title

About the Author

Dr. Bo Brock, DVM, owns a thriving, multi-species veterinary clinic in Lamesa, Texas (population 9,207 and sometimes referred to as the middle of nowhere ). He graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University and was voted equine practitioner of the year for the state of Texas in 2007.

In addition to his thriving veterinary practice and moonlighting as an author, Bo is an active public speaker and adjunct professor at Texas Tech University.

Review

The incidents you share always make me smile. Your book is full of smiles, hard work, laughter and love. Bev.H., Wheatland, CA

If you're having a bad day or just need a good laugh this sure will lift your spirits!! One of the best books I have ever read!! Emili K., Garden City, TX

His knack for finding the heart --serious or funny-- of a situation kept me enthralled with every story!! I highly recommend it to everyone who has a heart or a funny bone! Eileen P. Junction, Colorado

Will touch your heart in so many ways. Sometimes you just need a book you can pick up read a short story & laugh. Funniest book I have ever read. Kim B., Dallas, TX This book is filled with belly chuckles and heartfelt fondness for the rural veterinary profession. It is age appropriate for everyone 12 and up. It's hard to put down. Each chapter is a recollection. A must read! Dac P., Somewhere, Louisiana

A wonderfully, heartwarming book! Each story is designed to provoke a reaction - a laugh, a chuckle, a smile, a tear. Written in an easy-to-read, down-to-earth style, you can read this book all in one sitting, or read a story a day. Either way, this book lives up to its promise - it WILL make you smile. - Lisa P. Lubbock, TX

I felt like me and Bo were sitting on his front porch, him peeling an apple and me getting an ear-full and a heart full of his colorful story-telling. Pure Heaven. Bobbi B. Ruidoso, NM

The cover says ''This book will make you smile.'' I'm saying you will chuckle, snicker, and laugh out loud. You will also find yourself with tears in your eyes at times. This is a wonderful, funny, touching true read. I'm recommending to all my friends! Suzanne M., Port Townsend, WA

Funniest book I have read in a long time! Couldn't put it down! Sheri S., Dimmitt, Texas

Hilarious, entertaining, captivating. If you want to laugh read this book. - Marc. P., New York, NY

This is one of my all time favorite books. Bo's stories transcend education, economy, and age. Each one generates distinctive thoughts and emotions and can spark remarkable conversations. This is certainly not just a book for veterinarians or for those who live in small towns. Emily B., Davis CA

The author is a gifted story teller. A book for any animal lover. Rosalie H, Winston-Salem, NC

Bo Brock's stories are just priceless. Carole M., La Union, New Mexico

Fast read of short stories. Hysterical and well written. --Marcy S., Oakham, MA

About this edition

• Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1626342644
• ISBN 13: 9781626342644
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 248