Blue Dog

Rodrigue, George

ISBN 10: 1584790253 / ISBN 13: 9781584790259

Published by Harry N. Abrams, 2000

About this Item

Very Good condition hardcover in slipcase. Signed and dated by the author on the front free endpaper, no inscription. Pages and edges are clean and unmarked. Slipcase is in Good condition with some slight fading due to sun exposure. Additional Blue Dog material laid in. Please see photographs. This book is in stock and we ship same or next business day!

Seller Inventory # ABE-06162026-0300-22149

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Blue Dog
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1584790253
• ISBN 13: 9781584790259
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: George Rodrigue
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dimensions: 25.4W x 28.58H x 1.91D centimeters 25.4 centimeters width by 28.58 centimeters height by 1.91 centimeters depth
• Weight: 1089 grams
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

How did Tiffany, George Rodrigue's beloved pet, become the Blue Dog? What secrets lie behind her soulful golden eyes? And why has this tale about a dog, her master, and his paintings inspired millions? STC's long-awaited reprint of Rodrigue's original Blue Dog book reveals the answers.

Through vibrant paintings, Rodrigue dramatizes Tiffany's transformation from a frisky and white-furred terrier/spaniel to Blue Dog. In the process, he illustrates the back and forth of both man and beast as they strive for true communication - a level of understanding that goes far beyond their differences. The text gives voice to Tiffany as well as George, and the terrier/spaniel's sharp, sophisticated sense of humor provides a completely unique perspective on the nature of love, art, and human behavior. Joyous and moving, Blue Dog is a must for any fan of Rodrigue's sublime canine companion.

About the Author

GEORGE RODRIGUE was born in New Iberia, in the heart of French Louisiana. For twenty-five years the artist painted scenes of Cajun life and culture, and many of those acclaimed works are now on display at the George Rodrigue Museum, Acadian Village, in Lafayette, Louisiana. The "Blue Dog" series, started in the mid-1980s, catapulted George Rodrigue to worldwide fame as the image of the original Cajun werewolf dog - loup-garou - has transformed into an international pop icon. Rodrigue owns and operates two galleries, in New Orleans and Carmel, California.