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Rudy Harrington, a widowed Midwestern farmer, decides to reinvent himself by moving to Texas to run an avocado grove. His daughters are grown, and the idea of starting over feels more appealing than staying in his familiar, rambling home. In pursuit of this new chapter, Rudy carries with him a slim library companion, *Philosophy Made Simple*, which offers concise introductions to thinkers like Plato, Schopenhauer, and Sartre. As Rudy navigates the logistics of his daughter's Hindu wedding and unexpectedly adopts an abandoned elephant named Norma Jean who can paint, he leans on philosophical ideas to frame the surprises that settle into his new life. The novel follows his emotional journey, blending practical challenges, interpersonal bonds, and philosophical musings in a South‑Texas setting.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Robert Hellenga
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