100 Dogs Who Changed Civilization: History's Most Influential Canines
by Sam Stall
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Author: Sam StallEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-10-18
ISBN: 1594742014
Number of pages: 176
Publisher: Quirk Books
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- ISBN13: 9781594742019
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Book Review: anderson83ster
Summary: 5 Stars
This is delightful - full of facts that one doesn't usually run into. I enjoyed it for the history.
Summary of 100 Dogs Who Changed Civilization: History's Most Influential Canines
Sure, every dog has its day but these 100 canines raced ahead of the pack to alter the very course of world history. In 100 Dogs Who Changed Civilization, readers will discover the inspiring true tales of dogs who've contributed to scientific advancement, influenced geopolitical events, inspired great works of art, and saved the lives of their beloved masters. These astounding pooches include: Biche, the Italian Greyhound who started a war between France and Prussia
Seaman, the Newfoundland who saved explorers Lewis and Clark from a marauding buffalo
Sergeant Stubby, the most decorated war dog in U.S. history
Laika, the first earthling of any kind to go into orbit
Hachiko, an Akita whose devotion to his dead master made him a Japanese national hero
. . . and many more. Packaged in a very civilized hardcover with black-and-white illustrations, 100 Dogs Who Changed Civilization is the perfect gift for dog lovers and history buffs alike.
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