Sable and White - The Autobiography of a Show Collie (A Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic) - Stables, Gordon
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This moving but charming novel of a collie's turbulent life, was first published in 1893. It is now both expensive and very hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and beautiful engravings and illustrations by Harrison Weir and Miss Winifred Austen. "Luath" is a sable and white collie of excellent parentage. His story is told in the first person. It takes the reader through his doggie life with its idyllic puppy days, then on through many terrible experiences, interspersed with some happier adventures, to his eventual retirement. A…mehr

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This moving but charming novel of a collie's turbulent life, was first published in 1893. It is now both expensive and very hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and beautiful engravings and illustrations by Harrison Weir and Miss Winifred Austen. "Luath" is a sable and white collie of excellent parentage. His story is told in the first person. It takes the reader through his doggie life with its idyllic puppy days, then on through many terrible experiences, interspersed with some happier adventures, to his eventual retirement. A series of owners, some kind, some cruel, use him for both gain and pleasure. From the show benches of that era, to the sad world of lost dogs, life with the gypsies and numerous other escapades, our hero, oft accompanied by his Pug chum, Jim, tells a thrilling tale of a dogs life in Victorian England. This lengthy work consists of two hundred and seventy nine pages illustrated with vintage engravings. It will prove a fascinating read for all dog lovers, and especially for the collie enthusiast. "And the dog is still the faithful, Still the loving friend of man Ever ready at his bidding, Doing for him all he can." Many of the earliest dog books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
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As We Sweep Through The Deep by Gordon Stables follows a young sailor who faces the dual challenges of love and duty while navigating life at sea. The narrative intertwines his emotional struggles with the demands of naval life, as he reflects on the time spent away from home and the financial difficulties facing his family. His connection to a young woman, who harbors feelings for him but is bound by family loyalty, creates a sense of longing and emotional conflict. Their separation highlights the difficulty of maintaining personal relationships and the sacrifices required to uphold a sense of duty. The story also touches on the courage and resilience needed to balance personal desires with the pressures of external circumstances. The protagonist s journey is marked by emotional turmoil, as he grapples with the hardships of both love and duty. Through the relationships portrayed, the novel explores how individuals navigate longing, sacrifice, and courage amidst the backdrop of familial and societal expectations, creating a powerful reflection on the complexities of personal and emotional growth during times of conflict.