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Maggie's Way

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The Basset Hound is a unique breed. They are kind, intelligent, slow, comedic, clumsy and very human. Maggie's Way captures the languid, lazy yet quite intelligent world of a Basset Hound. Being a Basset owner myself, and being completely besotted with this lovely, sweet and loyal creature - Maggie's world celebrates the life my dog leads, in beautiful angles, thought provoking captions and humourous interludes - so common in the Basset's nature. We've seen Wegman's photographic work with his dogs - Stanton now puts the Basset in view - as an object of beauty and delight. Lovely book!

As the current owner of two basset hounds and someone who has shared her life with a total of five bassets so far, I feel Bill Stanton has really captured the true nature of a basset! The photos are delightful and imaginative and the captions really sum up what a basset hound is thinking (if they actually do take the time and energy to think)! This is not your basic "coffee-table" book; it's meant to be enjoyed many times! I'm ordering a second copy for my parents who are basset lovers by proxy.

This book is the BEST! I loved every photograph and quote/caption on every page. I was in hysterics over the whimsical expressions that were captured so artistically on camera and the clever combination with famous quotes (even Maggie's!). I am recommending this book to everyone I see....and I've never known a Basset Hound! It makes me want to meet Maggie and others for sure! Perfect gift idea for all ages! CONGRATULATIONS to Bill Stanton on a most enjoyable book.

As a lover and owner of 2 Basset Hounds, I found this book to be a delightful look at the life of this unique, expressive and extremely entertaining breed. The book is a photographic essay of Maggie's life with her "thoughts" on daily living. One would find it hard not to be amused by some of her outlandish escapades. The photographs capture Maggie's personality and give the reader a glimpse into the world of Basset Hounds.

BASSET HOUNDS RULE!!!!

Ok, everytime I see this cover I smile. Genuinely, smile. Maybe it's because I own a bassett/beagle and it's all so familiar. This book is ADORABLE! The pictures are awesome, plentiful and Maggie-nificent. Definate coffee table book for the beagle or bassett lover. Great gift idea too. You cant look at this book and NOT smile. It's contagious.

Basset hounds, long on ears and back and short on legs are truly lovable. Baggy, saggy faced hounds with deep, mournful eyes, they can surely find a place in the hearts of all who encounter them.

Maggie is no exception. Her long eared grace and canine candor will certainly captivate all who read about her. A city dweller, the hound shows a certain savvy. She loves bagels, sesame seed bagels in particular. She knows which furniture to lumber over to and plop down on in her home. She knows how to turn on her large-eyed charm and get the loving best of her owners.

A delightful hound and a wonderful book, readers will come away with more love for a basset hound.

This book is a delightful visual treat for anyone who has had the honor of being owned by a basset hound!

I am a lover of all things basset. But this book takes my enjoyment of the breed to new limits! Any one of these pictures and captions alone would be enough to make me stop, think and smile. To have an entire book of them is truly wonderful! The photography is superb. The expressions of the basset personality are most insightful. The sayings are both humorous and thought-provoking. A must for basset lovers. A real treat for those who appreciate good photography or like to reflect on life and find happiness. Bill Stanton's passion shines through in this excellent work of art.

It is hard to decribe in words what it is like to be owned by a Basset Hound but Bill Stanton has captured their charm and unique attitude in these magnificent photos. Any Basset owner who has had their dog plop down on the ground and refuse to move in the middle of a walk, stubbornly claim the sofa as their domain, bury bagels, or totally ignore you when you try to get them to do something will laugh hysterically at the photos of Maggie doing the same. Highly recommend this book for anyone who is enthralled by this wonderful and sassy breed of dog.

Maggie's Way is a wonderful book in many ways. It is a beautifully produced book with the most fantastic photographs. The captions can be witty, funny or sad and many other things. For basset hound lovers it is a "must have". For those who love beautiful photography, it is also a "must have".