The rich and eccentric philosopher Quincas Borbas names his dog after himself because he knows his pet will outlive him. Quincas does die first, leaving his fortune to his friend Rube provided that he takes care for the dog. The dim-witted friend is hardly prepared for the life that awaits him.

Format: Paperback
Published: in 1997
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Pages: 272
Language: English
ISBN 13: 9780747533542
ISBN 10: 0747533547