Step into the enchanting world of felines with Frances Simpson, whose timeless work, The Book of the Cat, captures the elegance, mystery, and charm of these remarkable creatures. Every page of this audiobook brings to life the grace and personality of cats, offering both the casual admirer and the dedicated breeder an intimate exploration of their behavior, breeds, and captivating beauty.Simpson’s expertise shines through in her vivid descriptions,...

A charming and informative study of domestic cats, combining folklore, care advice, historical anecdotes, and affectionate observation of feline behavior.

This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. This richly illustrated cat handbook is both a love letter to felines and a practical guide to their care, breeding, and exhibition. Opening with a plea for greater appreciation of the "harmless, necessary cat," it surveys cats in history and mythology, from ancient legends of the lion's sneeze to the sacred cats of Egypt, where they were mourned, mummified, and honored in temple ritual. From there, the book...

Are you carrying a heavy burden of doubts, fears, anxiety, or depression? Sometimes life hits hard-you might have lost a job, a loved one, or simply feel overwhelmed.In Untie the Donkey, author Frances Simpson-a devout matriarch, preacher's daughter, and composer who found faith and wisdom through her own struggles with debilitating disease and constant pain-offers an enlightening new perspective on trusting God. This book will guide you toward la...

The majority of ITE students in Scotland are postgraduates with only one year to grasp the vast skills and knowledge required to become a primary teacher. Therefore, for many, school placement is a source of stress and worry. This book combines the information and support that students need to help them prepare for, enjoy and maximise the benefits of teaching placements for their professional development. It has been specifically written for the education system in Scotland, taking full ac...

"Bulldogs" was originally written by Henry St. John Cooper in 1914. This new edition was revised, updated, and almost completely re-written by F. Barrett Fowler in 1925. Any edition of this book on the Bulldog is now both expensive and hard to find. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished the revised edition, using the original text and photographs, as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The author was a well known and respected breeder who had much success with his show Bulldogs. He was ...

Robert Kaleski was the pioneer chronicler and standard-setter of Australia's own working breeds - the Kelpie, the Cattle Dog and the Dingo. In Australian Barkers and Biters he sets down their origins, their standards and the shaping of Australia's native breeds.First published in 1914, it draws on early sources to follow the breed's development, its type and character, and the people who shaped it. It sets out the native working dogs of Australia, their or...

A fascinating selection of early writings on the running dog or sight hound. Two hundred well illustrated pages deal with history, origins, breeding, management, sport, showing, etc. Most of this compilation dates from the early 1900s and is sourced from first editions of rare dog books of that period. Breeds discussed are The Greyhound and Allied Eastern Hounds - The Whippet - The Borzoi - Deerhounds - Irish Wolfhounds - Prairie Longdogs - etc. Many of the earliest dog books, particularly...

Bred by northern working men for rag-racing and rabbit-coursing, the Whippet is a small, swift sighthound - the poor man's racehorse. Freeman Lloyd's The Whippet or Race Dog is a hands-on guide to producing and campaigning the track dog.First published in 1904, it sets out the practical side of the sport, from selecting and rearing promising stock to conditioning, training and running.A scarce early work on the sport, restored in an affordable mode...

In "Dogs and All About Them," Robert Leighton presents a comprehensive exploration of canine companionship that interweaves factual information with heartfelt narratives. Written in a charming, accessible style that is both educational and entertaining, this book delves into the history, breeds, and behavior of dogs, highlighting their evolution alongside humanity. Leighton's meticulous research and observational insights position the book within the Victorian literary context, where natur...

The English Mastiff is a giant guardian breed of great antiquity, known in Britain since Roman times. The English Mastiff gathers the scattered early literature of the breed – its history, description, character and management – into a single readable volume.These collected accounts range across the English Mastiff's history and origins, its description and character, and the practical business of rearing, breeding and showing it, assembled from the works ...

This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive and interesting treatise on breeding race horses, with information on crossing, stallions, selection, and many other aspects of horse breeding. This text contains a wealth of useful, timeless information on horse breeding, and will be of considerable utility to the modern reader with an interest in the subject. A fascinating and informative read, this vintage book would make for a great addition to any personal library, and is certainly one...