Dog (Hardcover)

by Deborah Samuel (Author) "The elbow is what you love about your dog..." (more)

Editorial Reviews

Review
...an elegant communion between art and arf...a novel outing for dog lovers and art lovers alike. -- Dogworld Magazine, February 2002

...an ode to canine grace, intelligence and attitude, all conveyed in dazzling black-and-white. -- Toronto Star, December 6, 2001

Product Description
For dog lovers, here is a heart-tugging collection of stunning duotone portraits that celebrates the beauty and spirit of humankind's most devoted companion. Focusing her lens on purebred dogs, photographer Deborah Samuel has uniquely captured the ever-changing moods and peculiar eccentricities of dozens of different breeds. Through her closely observed photographs we come to understand the vitality of an Irish Setter, the roguish humor of a Jack Russell, the diffident elegance of a Greyhound. Ultimately, each irresistible image reveals not just the character of the breed, but the heart and soul of a beloved pet. Samuel's personal anecdotes, collected at the end of the book, reveal the often hilarious behind-the-scenes stories of each photo session. Page after charming page, from Afghan to Yorkshire Terrier, the photographs in this canine compendium are tender reminders of why we love our dogs.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 112 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811832163
• ISBN-13: 978-0811832168
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 10.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #823,356 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely!, June 5, 2002

By A Customer

Deborah Samuel has used her camera to capture the beauty and unique attitudes of various purebred dogs. Her black and white photography is sweetly insightful. These dogs aren't dressed up funny--these dogs are just themselves. Her photographs capture the soulful, humorous, sweet personalities of our four legged friends. Right from the first time I laid eyes on this book I was bedazzled with it.

See the grace of a Greyhound, the playful mentality of a Jack Russell, the sleek elegance of a Doberman, and more, as well as Deborah Samuel's own studio notes. I can't wait to get her next book, "Pup." Don't miss this one--if you love dogs, you'll be enchanted with this.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars dog, December 1, 2001

By A Customer

what a pleasant gift i recieved when i recieved dog .dog is such a thoughtful examination of man's "best friend".dog is filled with intimate and lushous photos.i loved the studio notes,i felt i really spent time with the dogs.ms. samuel is clearly barking up the right tree.very talented and creative.loved it.spread the word.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you, or anyone you know loves dogs, this is THE book!, November 25, 2001

By	"kshine" (Santa Monica, CA USA) - See all my reviews

I have followed Deborah Samuel's career for some years, being a photographer myself. I am very familiar with her fashion, editorial and fine art work. She has a style very distinct unto herself.

"Dog" is a leap forward, into a whole new realm of photography, not only for Samuel, but any photographer! Not dogs dressed up in costumes. No. Dogs being themselves, as if they were alone and no one was watching.

It is amazing how she has managed to capture the personality of each breed!

If you , or anyone you know loves dogs, this book is a must!