Status
Available
Collection
Publication
Douglas & McIntyre (2005), Edition: 1st Pbk. Ed, 96 pages
Description
This delightful book combines 25 stories about dogs with 16 playful drawings by famous Canadian writer, artist, and animal lover Emily Carr. She tells of her joys and tribulations raising Old English sheepdogs, from her decision to start a kennel to the sad day when she had to close it. With each story Carr brings the affectionate and loyal nature of her canine companions to life, making this book an ideal choice for any dog lover, child, or adult.
User reviews
LibraryThing member nobooksnolife
At 96 pages, this book charms without trying to be charming. The prose is beautiful, without unnecessary adornment, caring without being sentimental, and wise in its observations about life without preaching. I am always looking out for a 'sleeper'--a book relatively undiscovered and special-- that
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I can give my best friends, aged aunties, young moms, children, that is not trite or trendy or filled with the obvious. The sketches by the author reveal both depth of feeling and simplicity. Show Less
LibraryThing member lamour
This small volume is a collection of 25 vignettes Carr wrote about her years raising and selling Old English Bobtail Sheep dogs. Many of the stories are humourous while others are sad or uplifting. Each section is introduced by her favourite dog Punk who describes where they were and what they were
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doing. As well Carr includes a drawing depicting the events of the chapter. Show Less
Language
Original language
English