This Is a Book for People Who Love Dogs

by Meg Freitag, Lucy Rose (Illustrator)

Overview

Dog lovers rejoice! This Is a Book for People Who Love Dogs is a canine celebration featuring illustrated breed profiles, a history of how dogs evolved, and an exploration of the joys of sharing your life with a dog. 

For dog lovers new and old, this gorgeous guide takes readers on a walk through the wonders of our four-legged friends. Author Meg Freitag shares all about the lives of dogs, from deciphering dog behavior and tracing the long history of companionship between humans and dogs. Dog breeds—including collies, corgies, and golden retrievers—are profiled with spirited illustrations that'll leave you aching to bring another dog home. Thoroughly researched and presented in a warm, charming style, This Is a Book for People Who Love Dogs is a must-have for everyone who cherishes their furry friends. 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780762483167
Publisher:	Running Press Book Publishers
Publication date:	08/22/2023
Series:	This Is a Book for People Who Love
Sold by:	Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format:	eBook
File size:	36 MB
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About the Author

Meg Freitag is a writer, poet, educator, and dog lover from mid-coast Maine. Her poetry collection, Edith, was selected by Dorianne Laux as winner of the 2016 BOAAT Book Prize and was published in 2017. She’s a graduate of UT Austin’s Michener Center for Writers and the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. She currently lives in Boise, Idaho, where she’s at work on a novel.

Editorial Reviews

10/01/2023

The bond between humans and canines is the emphasis of this compact and entertaining book, and anyone who has ever loved a dog will be likely to see themselves in the text. Starting with the history that brought dogs to domestic life, and then delving into breed classifications and spotlights of specific breeds, this is a book for someone looking for light but informative fare as they remember dogs past and cuddle their present furry companions. Charming drawings by This Is a Book for People Who Love Cats illustrator Rose complement the text. Confirmed dog person and poet Freitag (Edith) adds touches of humor with mentions of cornering fellow party guests with "Have you heard? Dogs exist." The book points out what that excitement is really about: uncomplicated, unconditional love, boosts to owners' physical and mental health, and so much more. VERDICT A fun addition to libraries in pet-loving communities, this heartfelt book will resonate with anyone searching for a quick, well-illustrated read about canine friends.—Elizabeth Majka

Library Journal