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Dogs [Hardcover]

Lewis Blackwell (Author), Tim Flach (Photographer)
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October 1, 2010

Since the wolf first snuck into the caves of our ancestors to take warmth from the fire, dogs have been man’s constant companion. Dogs, multi-award-winning photographer Tim Flach’s stunning follow-up to the critically acclaimed Equus, delves deep into the psyche of this enduring bond with Canis familiaris to present an exquisite study of “man’s best friend.”

 

From specimens on show at Crufts and Westminster to shelter dogs lovingly rescued by volunteers; from the grace and agility of racing greyhounds to adored domestic companions; from Afghan hounds to Hungarian komondors to Chinese crested, the images featured in Dogs promise to deliver one of the most appealing, popular, and exciting photographic tributes to dogs ever published. 


Praise for Dogs:
"The dogs he captures in these pages are, by turns, soulful, expressive, and winsome-- and all of them
are stunning." 
--Entertainment Weekly 

"This book will appeal to all ages. I know this because it was lying around our house on Thanksgiving Day and everyone wanted a look at it -- from college-age to senior citizen. They all oohed and aahed. If you're a dog lover, or even a dog liker, it's a keeper." 
--The Christian Science Monitor 

"Featuring profiles of dozens of canines, Dogs is a divine collection of images that spotlights the endearing characteristics of different pooches, elevating them to divine status. Whether it's a troubled-looking Bloodhound or a demure Dalmatian, Flach's subjects establish a direct connection with the viewer, dog-lover or otherwise." 
--Flavorwire.com


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About the Author

Tim Flach studied fine art at Central St. Martin’s College of Art and Design and emerged with a fascination for photography, which has since led to numerous commissions, awards, solo exhibitions, and a presence in permanent collections and publications around the world. He is best known for the originality that he brings to capturing animal behavior and characteristics. Flach’s work has been featured in Creative Review and Stern.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 216 pages
  • Publisher: Abrams (October 1, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0810996537
  • ISBN-13: 978-0810996533
  • Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 12.2 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,996 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
EVERYONE'S BEST FRIEND November 22, 2010
Format:Hardcover
As has been said every dog has his day but not until the insightful Tim Flach have dogs been captured in extraordinary photos capturing not only our best friends at rest, at work, and at play but also revealing the deep affection we have for them. As Blackwell writes, "There's a bond we have with the dog that goes beyond all other animals." How true!

Tim Flach's photography is a work of art with each photo bringing the viewer close to the subject. It's difficult to describe the intimacy one feels. A Pug with startling blue eyes and endearingly wrinkled face gazes directly into the eyes of the viewer. Impossible not to love him! A proud German Shepherd looks trustingly from the page, a reminder that this breed is often a police or search-and-rescue dog. A honey colored Labrador Retriever pup with his snub nose and silky floppy ears is titled "Say You Love Me." Of course, we do!

Precisely lit and thoughtfully cropped these photos are sheer beauty - a black Lab, Sadie, is shown with the prestigious Dickin Medal around her neck. The Medal was given for "conspicuous gallantry or devotion to duty" while working with the British armed forces. Sadie's ebony coat gleams with the luster of midnight. A Golden Retriever's love of water is expressed in succeeding photos as the happy dog shakes water from his russet coat.

"Information" at the back of the volume provides details about each dog photographed . DOGS is 216 pages of pure pleasure, a volume that will be enjoyed over and over again.

Highly recommended.

- Gail Cooke
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
spectacular December 1, 2010
By g172
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'd seen some photos, but the book, the real McCoy, is something different: so sophisticated, so flawless yet so affectionate.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Stunning and Appealing December 21, 2010
By Mary S.
Format:Hardcover
This is a wonderful book, and highly recommended for any dog lovers in your life. Photographer Tim Flach creates artistic portraits of representatives of different breeds in all their beauty and idiosyncracy. The book itself is handsomely produced and large format. Know someone who watches the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on TV every year? This would make a perfect gift for them.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fabulous Dog Book
What a wonderful DOG book. I have it on my living room coffee table and it looks fabulous and is a great conversational piece.
Published 29 days ago by cv2012
For the Love of Dogs
Do you love dogs?

Tim Flach uses his camera for capturing dogs' characteristics and beauty; each page of this book is a work of art. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Patti Graham
I Love the Cover.
I Love the Cover. The Dog on the Cover
is so cute. Dogs are certainly precious
animals as they are also loyal friends.
Published 4 months ago by AuthorDianaNeiderhiser
100% artistic, loved it!
Beautiful pictures 100% artistic, it is a book that must be on top of your living room table. It has a few breeds with their basic info, but it is worth it for the amazing HUGE... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Vrive
Excellent Photography
This calendar has excellent photographs of man's best friend and is a perfect gift for dog lovers. However, the best photo BY FAR is the cover photo which is a delight. Read more
Published 4 months ago by SundayMorning
Gorgeous photos, a great gift for any dog lover
I got this book for my husband who loves dogs. The photos are magnificent and the book is great quality. It's currently on our coffee table and everyone who comes over enjoys it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by A. Kugali
A Beautiful Book for a Dog Lover
A beautiful book with artful full-page photos of dogs showing their
respective dog characteristics. Not for children, really. Read more
Published 4 months ago by A. Trent
Awesome pictures! Great for dog lovers and everyone else!
I Just got this today, and I love it. The pictures for each month are right on target, and will definitely make me smile each morning of each day. Great job!
Published 5 months ago by Dan3000and4
awesome pics
Awesome pictures. Great writing about the breeds, but it is so small that it is difficult to read. Even with the difficult to read font, I would recommend this beautiful book.
Published 5 months ago by kathy
Nothing inside as cute as cover picture
I allowed my 5 year old son to choose his own calendar this year, and as he is currently obsessed with dogs he wanted a dog calendar. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Tracy Quigley Bailif
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