Quotes from “Familiaris” by David Wroblewski

Trusted is a gripping family saga that tells the background story another unforgettable choice of the Oprah Book Club: Wroblewski’s bestselling novel from 2008, The story of Edgar Sawtelle. Beginning in 1919, the book tells the story of the beginnings of the Sawtelle family farm and their own breed of dog, and shows a family – and a nation – in the midst of radical reinvention. 975The 30-page novel is full of humor, history and heart.

We know there are sections in this book that you will want to read over and over again – but we also know that space in your bag is limited. That’s why we have compiled the book’s wisest words in a light Lighter format. Read and share with anyone who needs a microdose of humor.

Charley Burlock is an Associate Books Editor at Oprah Daily, where she writes, edits, and assigns stories on all literary topics. She holds an MFA in creative nonfiction from NYU, where she also taught creative writing to undergraduates. Her work has been featured in the AtlanticCThe Los Angeles Review, AgniThe Apple news today Podcast and elsewhere. She’s currently working on a book about collective grief (but she promises she’s really funny at parties).