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Finding Gobi: The True Story of a Little Dog and an Incredible Journey

Dion Leonard
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Finding Gobi: The True Story of a Little Dog and an Incredible Journey

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017

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Dion Leonard

Finding Gobi: The True Story of a Little Dog and an Incredible Journey

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

281

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Action & Adventure

Travel Literature

Biography
Setting

China • 2010s

Topic
Animals

Sports
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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In Finding Gobi: The True Story of a Little Dog and an Incredible Journey, Dion Leonard shares the heartwarming tale of a small dog who joins him during an ultramarathon across the Gobi Desert. The book explores the bond formed between the man and the resilient dog amidst their extraordinary journey and subsequent efforts to reunite.

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.4

20,726 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Finding Gobi: The True Story of a Little Dog and an Incredible Journey by Dion Leonard is a heartwarming tale of friendship and perseverance. Readers appreciate the touching bond between Leonard and Gobi, calling it inspirational. However, some find the narrative to be repetitive. Overall, it’s a compelling read for dog lovers and adventure enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Finding Gobi: The True Story of a Little Dog and an Incredible Journey?

A reader who enjoys Finding Gobi: The True Story of a Little Dog and an Incredible Journey would likely appreciate heartwarming, true stories of companionship and perseverance. Fans of A Dog's Purpose or The Art of Racing in the Rain who enjoy tales of adventure and the bond between humans and animals would find this book appealing.

4.4

20,726 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

281

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Action & Adventure

Travel Literature

Biography
Setting

China • 2010s

Topic
Animals

Sports
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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