The Pointer and His Predecessors: An Illustrated History of the Pointing Dog From the Earliest Times (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Arkwright

9780260419699: The Pointer and His Predecessors: An Illustrated History of the Pointing Dog From the Earliest Times (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0260419699 ISBN 13: 9780260419699

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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This book provides a rich historical survey of the pointer dog breed, tracing its origins and development from ancient times to the present day, with a particular focus on the sporting history of these dogs. The author expertly blends historical records and scientific evidence with insights gleaned from paintings, literature, and rare documents, painting a comprehensive picture of the pointer's role in hunting and companionship over the centuries. The author's extensive research reveals how the pointer's unique characteristics and sporting abilities evolved through the influence of various cultures and breeding practices, making this book a valuable resource for dog enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in the relationship between humans and animals.

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About the Author

William Arkwright was fascinated with pointer dogs. He spent years researching different breeds, training patterns, and detailed illustrations and maintained an avid hunting lifestyle with his wife, Agnes, for many years. He passed away at the age of sixty-seven in Devon, England, in February 1925.

Thomas McGuane is the author of ten novels, short fiction, and screenplays, as well as three collections of essays devoted to his life in the outdoors. He resides in Boca Grande, Florida.

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