Cynthia A. Branigan's The Reign of the Greyhound PDF

By Cynthia A. Branigan

The regal background of a respected, based breed

They have been one of many first wild animals to come back below the safety of people. they've got sat on the ft of the Pharaohs. Their likenesses have graced cash, stamps, seals, and coats of fingers. and so they have gained the hearts of puppy fans around the world with their candy nature, intelligence, and grace.

Beautifully illustrated with greater than a hundred black-and-white reproductions and images, The Reign of the Greyhound is a wealthy, historic testimony to the breed, celebrating its amazing position in canines background and human civilization. Passionately written by way of Greyhound professional Cynthia Branigan, this up-to-date variation positive factors new info at the background and present kingdom of ex-racer adoptions, which keep the lives of hundreds of thousands of Greyhounds every year. From historic Egypt to fashionable instances, from the temple to the exhibit ring to the tune, you will see how this noble breed has advanced from a royal puppy to a racing puppy to a loving companion-and you are going to doubtless deepen your knowing and appreciation of this high quality animal, whose regal historical past has been too lengthy ignored.

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