Albert Payson Terhune

Broschiertes Buch

A Dog Named Chips - The Life and Adventures of a Mongrel Scamp

Beschreibung

The heart-warming adventures of a mongrel scamp named Chips, written by the master of dog-based literature, Albert Terhune. This delightful tale is the perfect read for dog-lovers of all ages, full of humour and daring-do that promises to make its reader fall in love with the unique character of Chips. Terhune's book have been read and enjoyed by discerning readers for generations; this book has been elected for modern republication in the hopes that it can continue to delight readers for years to come. Albert Payson Terhune (1872 - 1942) was an American author and passionate dog breeder, most famous for his almost innumerable books detailing the adventures and misadventures of dogs. Originally published in 1931, this book is proudly republished here with a new introductory biography of the author.

Autor

Albert Payson Terhune (1872-1942) is well renowned for his endearing canine tales, especially those involving the collie Lad. Terhune was born in Newark, New Jersey, on December 21, 1872, and he grew up to love dogs. Terhune began his writing career as a reporter before rising to prominence as a prolific author. He wrote for a number of periodicals and newspapers, becoming well-known for his articles on outdoor and adventure-related subjects. But it was his canine tales that won him widespread recognition. "Lad: A Dog," one of his most well-known works, was released in 1919. With the enormous popularity of this compilation of tales centered around a Rough Collie named Lad, Terhune became recognized as a top writer of dog books. Due to the book's popularity, Lad stories were written, including "Further Adventures of Lad" (1922) and a number of others. Terhune was a writer as well as a Rough Collider breeder on his Sunnybank estate in New Jersey. He bred champion Collies, and his dogs frequently provided inspiration for his novels. He raised champion Collies. The writings of Albert Payson Terhune honour dogs for their bravery, loyalty, and intelligence by showing them as devoted family members and friends.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Butler Press
• Seitenzahl: 278
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Januar 2013
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 396g
• ISBN-13: 9781447472575
• ISBN-10: 1447472578
• Artikelnr.: 37069088