The Spirit of the Dog by Tamsin Pickeral

The Spirit of the Dog by Tamsin Pickeral

This large, beautifully produced, and lavishly illustrated book explores the long, colorful, and enduring bond that has continued to exist between human beings and dogs. It's a relationship that dates back some 14,000 years, marked by many momentous events--dogs following or leading men into battle. . . dogs rescuing men, women, and children from scenes of disaster. . . dogs seated on the laps of emperors. . . and dogs working in the fields with farmers and shepherds. Here are accounts of--

Dogs in ancient Rome and in cultures of the Far East

Hunting dogs from the Middle Ages to the present day

The emergence of dog breed societies

The bravery of working dogs in the police and the military

The development of guide dogs for the blind and infirm
Here too are illustrated descriptions of virtually all major breeds, arranged in categories that include:
Sight Hounds - Spitz-type Dogs - Mastiff Breeds - Guard Dogs and Herding Dogs Scent Hounds - Gun Dog Breeds - Terrier Breeds - and Toy Dogs and Companion Breeds

The Spirit of the Dog promises to be a treasured addition to the bookshelf of many devoted dog lovers. Printed throughout in full color, it features more than 400 magnificent photos and illustrations.

The Horse: 30,000 Years of the Horse in Art and The Horse Lover's Bible are both written by Tamsin Pickeral.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9780764165498
ISBN 10	0764165496
Title	The Spirit of the Dog
Author	Tamsin Pickeral
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Peterson's Guides,U.S.
Year published	2012-10-01
Number of pages	288
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.