Chapters 1 - 7 (Pages 1 - 37) Summary

The Art of Racing in the Rain is the story of love and redemption for a dog. Enzo, a yellow Labrador, narrates the story of his life and times with Denny Swift, an aspiring race car driver. Enzo is not like other dogs: he thinks deeply, watches television, and philosophizes about life, death, and everything in between.

Enzo narrates the first chapter and the majority of the chapters in the novel. Enzo is old and his health is steadily failing. Enzo also knows that in his next incarnation, he will come back as a man. The only thing concerning Enzo is that he will not carry his most cherished memories into his next life. He is trying to imprint his soul with the moments he has spent loving his family and loving his life as a dog...