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""Adams takes a fascinating look at the private lives of five women writers through their relationships with their dogs. . . . Written in a lively, accessible prose, this absorbing, wholly unique book is a must-read for literature- and dog-lovers alike."" -- ""Booklist"" ""Lovers of both dogs and classic writers will identify with this sweet, quirky book."" -- ""Publishers Weekly"" ""Move over Marley. Make room for Carlo (Emily Dickinson's giant Newfoundland). Or Flush (Elizabeth Barrett Browning's golden cocker spaniel). Or, maybe, Keeper (Emily Bronte's intimidating mastiff mix). In Shaggy Muses, the work of each author is viewed intimately within the context of the canine companions who provided love, comfort and inspiration."" -- ""Chicago Tribune""

"""Adams takes a fascinating look at the private lives of five women writers through their relationships with their dogs. . . . Written in a lively, accessible prose, this absorbing, wholly unique book is a must-read for literature- and dog-lovers alike."" -- ""Booklist"" ""Lovers of both dogs and classic writers will identify with this sweet, quirky book."" -- ""Publishers Weekly"" ""Move over Marley. Make room for Carlo (Emily Dickinson's giant Newfoundland). Or Flush (Elizabeth Barrett Browning's golden cocker spaniel). Or, maybe, Keeper (Emily Bronte's intimidating mastiff mix). In Shaggy Muses, the work of each author is viewed intimately within the context of the canine companions who provided love, comfort and inspiration."" -- ""Chicago Tribune"""

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Maureen Adams is a licensed clinical psychologist and an adjunct professor at the University of San Francisco where she teaches graduate classes in counseling psychology. Before moving to California, she taught English at the University of Missouri at Kansas City.

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