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Gods, Ghosts and Black Dogs Stanley Coren

Gods, Ghosts and Black Dogs By Stanley Coren

Gods, Ghosts and Black Dogs by Stanley Coren

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People tell stories about what they love, including dogs, and this book is a collection of such stories. Some are spooky, some funny, and some engage the mind in the same manner as a detective story. Starting with a look at the origins of folktales involving dogs, you'll find facts, history and humour a plenty from all around the world.

Gods, Ghosts and Black Dogs Summary

Gods, Ghosts and Black Dogs: The Fascinating Folklore and Mythology of Dogs by Stanley Coren

Here is a rich collection of folklore, mythology, and tall tales concerning dogs. These provide a fascinating insight into the way in which humans think about dogs, and our emotional bond to our pets. The various stories include some that are spooky, some that are funny - and some that engage the same part of the mind that we use when reading detective stories, trying to figure out what is going to happen next, or solve a puzzle.The stories come from all over the world, and from many different time periods. In these captivating tales you can meet historical figures, such as George Washington and Davy Crockett, and mythical beings such as Paul Bunyan, the god Zeus and the hero Odysseus, and find out how dogs make up part of their stories. Find out how the Dalmatian got his spots, and why Basenjis don't bark. Learn whether there are dogs in heaven, and if the devil might have a dog.Facts, history, humor, and mysteries all blend together in this engaging collection of dog stories.

Gods, Ghosts and Black Dogs Reviews

Informative, exceptionally well written, organized and presented ... an inherently fascinating and entertaining read that is especially commended to the attention of all canine enthusiasts. Midwest Book Review a delightful compendium of heart-warming and inspiring stories ... a must-read for anyone interested in dogs, and an ideal gift for the dog-people in your life! Driving with Dogs 'GODS, GHOSTS, AND BLACK DOGS' OFFERS ENTHRALLING MIX OF DOG FOLK TALES ... Packed with vivid characters [...] Coren's work segues smoothly between subjects with appealing gusto and a feisty spirit. Seattle Kennel Club an ideal bedtime book for a dog lover Lost and Fond and Winnie's Blog Well written in a very understandable style even though the subject may be complex, I can recommend this book for those interested in such topics and even for those who are not, but would like a quick read. It is my opinion they will be quickly converted! Trevor Turner destined to be loved by the world's storytellers. Geelong Obedience Dog Club the book is full of facts, history, and humour. Your Dog This compulsively readable collection of dog stories blends fact, history, humour, and mystery to neatly illustrate the age-old deeply rooted bond between humans and dogs ... Deeply engaging Modern Dog Magazine If you like short, easy to read stories and a love of dogs then this is ideal. naturallyhappydogs.com. The rich collection of folklore, mythology and tall tales provides a fascinating insight into the way we think about dogs, and our emotional bond with them. The stories are spooky, funny, sad and inspiring, some of which engage that part of our brains we use when reading detective stories; trying to figure out what's going to happen next... The stories, which originate from all over the world and from many different time periods, tell of historical figures such as George Washington and Davy Crockett, and mythical beings such as Paul Bunyan, the god Zeus and the hero Odysseus. Readers learn how the Dalmatian got his spots, why Basenjis don't bark and whether there are dogs in heaven. - Kennel and Cattery Management.

About Stanley Coren

Stanley Coren is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia. Although best known to the public for his extremely popular books on dogs, he is also a highly respected behavioral researcher, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and was named as one of the 2000 outstanding scientists of the Twentieth Century. His many books on dog behavior and human-canine interactions have been international bestsellers and have received many awards such as the Maxwell Medal of Excellence from The Dog Writers Association of America.

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NGR9781845848606
9781845848606
1845848608
Gods, Ghosts and Black Dogs: The Fascinating Folklore and Mythology of Dogs by Stanley Coren
Stanley Coren
New
Paperback
Veloce Publishing Ltd
2016-03-15
160
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