A Gift from Bob

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A Gift from Bob by James Bowen is a heartwarming continuation of the true story of a street musician and his loyal cat, Bob. Set during the festive season, James learns impactful life lessons from his feline friend as they face challenges and find hope in the spirit of Christmas. This memoir offers a touching exploration of friendship, survival, and renewal.
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Fans of heart-warming and inspirational true stories will find this deeply touching account captivating. If you enjoy uplifting tales of friendship and resilience, especially between humans and their pets, this memoir detailing the life-changing bond between a man and his cat offers a moving perspective on hope and redemption.

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A Gift from Bob

As Street Cat Bob and James spend a cold and challenging December on the streets together, James once more draws strength and inspiration from his extraordinary cat - learning important lessons about the true meaning of Christmas along the way. Now a major motion picture starring Luke Treadaway as James, and Bob himself.

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The festive standalone from James and Bob, the stars of the bestselling A Street Cat Named Bob. Now a major motion picture starring Luke Treadaway as James and Bob himself.

Street Cat Bob and James, stars of the bestselling A Street Cat Named Bob and The World According to Bob that touched millions of hearts around the world, return in a festive standalone special. Join them as they spend a cold and challenging December on the streets of London together in a new adventure.

From the day James rescued a street cat abandoned in the hallway of his sheltered accommodation, they began a friendship which transformed both their lives. Through the bestselling books A Street Cat Named Bob and The World According to Bob, their story touched millions around the world.

In this new story of their journey together, James reflects on the last Christmas they spent scraping a living on the streets. Discover how Bob helped him through one of his toughest times, providing strength, friendship, and inspiration, while also teaching James important lessons about the true meaning of Christmas along the way.

Now a major motion picture starring Luke Treadaway as James and Bob himself, coming November 6.

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A Gift from Bob by James Bowen is a heartfelt continuation of the author's experiences with his loyal cat, Bob. The book often captures the warm bond between human and animal, sharing uplifting moments of friendship and resilience. Readers generally appreciate the comforting and inspiring themes, though some critics might suggest the narrative is simple or repetitive.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473605800

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 October 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Illustration: 10

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 192

About the Author

James Bowen is the author of the bestselling A Street Cat Named Bob and The World According to Bob. He found Bob the cat in 2007 and the pair were inseparable until Bob's death in June 2020.

He lives in London.

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