Book description
THE DEERHOUND - A DOG ANTHOLOGY gathers together all the best early
writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print
antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern
edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from each of the
following books, all of them written by renowned breed experts of their
day. All of the original photos and illustrations are also reproduced.
Contains Chapters From: THE ILLUSTRATED BOOK OF THE DOG By Vero Shaw -
This rare and desirable work was first published in parts over the years
1879 - 1881 and thoroughly described every aspect of over sixty breeds
of dogs. Vero Shaw was a leading authority and editor of dog books and
periodicals in the late nineteenth century, but this particular
comprehensive work stands as a final testimony to his immense knowledge
of the subject. Each breed was discussed in detail. Their physical
points, temperaments, and special abilities are given; celebrated dogs
are discussed and pictured; and the history of the breed and pedigrees
of famous champions are also provided. This classic work strongly
influenced the direction of dog breeding in its time and for decades
after. Also, THE DOG BOOK By James Watson - First published in London,
1906, in two volumes and limited numbers. Now a rare and much sought
after work. Its full title is "A Popular History of the Dog, with
Practical Information as to Care and Management of House, Kennel, and
Exhibition Dogs; and Descriptions of All the Important Breeds. In Ten
Parts." The contents were well illustrated with numerous
photographs of leading and famous dogs of that era. James Watson was a
renowned authority on all dog breeds and his knowledge is imparted in
great detail throughout this famous book. Also, BRITISH DOGS - THE
VARIOUS BREEDS. THE POINTS, SELECTION, SPECIAL TRAINING &
MANAGEMENT, AND SHOW PREPARATION By W. D. Drury with contributions from
numerous authorities. Originally published in two volumes in 1888, but a
new edition of 1903 encompassed both volumes. It discusses in great
detail over sixty dog breeds with many photographs and other
illustrations. The chapters are penned by experts on the particular
breeds and this book is now considered one of the finest reference works
in the English language. Also, A HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION OF THE MODERN
DOGS (SPORTING DIVISION) OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND -The author of
these three titles was Rawdon B. Lee. He was well known as the editor of
"The Field," and also author of the histories of "The Fox
Terrier," "The Collie," and other important dog books.
The three volumes were devoted to every breed of dog found in Great
Britain and Ireland. Every aspect of their history, breeding and
management is discussed in great detail. A particular feature of these
books were the numerous detailed full page drawings by the famous dog
artist Arthur Wardle, which are reproduced here in fine detail.
