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Legacy of the Dog: The Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Over 200 Breeds Paperback – August 1, 1995

by Tetsu Yamazaki (Author)
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Legacy of the Dog is the finest, most comprehensive photographic guide to dog breeds ever published. The beauty and majesty of over 200 breeds are dramatically presented in more than 900 full-color images by acclaimed photographer Tetsu Yamazaki, whose superb work also appeared in Chronicle Books' best-selling volume, Legacy of the Cat.

Page after page features prize-winning dogs of every shape, size, and color, including all 134 breeds currently recognized by the American Kennel Club, as well as a fascinating selection of breeds rarely seen in other dog guides. A glossary and an index round out this invaluable treasury for pet enthusiasts and professional dog breeders alike.

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  1. Print length
    344 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Chronicle Books
  4. Publication date
    August 1, 1995
  5. Grade level
    8 and up
  6. Reading age
    13 years and up
  7. Dimensions
    1 x 1 x 1 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    0811810690
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0811810692
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...Legacy of the Dog covers fewer breeds (about 200) but is better organized. The table of contents lists seven standard categories (herding, working, sporting, hound, terrier, toy, nonsporting) and an alphabetical list of the breeds included in each category. There is a brief discussion of the history of domestic dogs, which include the characteristics of the groups chosen. Group charts display all the breeds listed in each group, making comparison very easy. Most breeds have a double-page spread with exceptional photographs (taken by the author over a three-year period) and very brief descriptions. Since Yamazaki is a photographer and not a vet, his book's emphasis is obviously on photography. One also questions some of Yamazaki's observations on the breeds themselves. For example, in a discussion of Border Collies, he remarks that "it is also well suited as a household pet,"... Both titles are highly recommended for the quality and quantity of photos...Edell Marie Schaefer, Brookfield P.L., Brookfield, Wis.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Tetsu Yamazaki has published his striking images in numerous magazines, books, and calendars. He lives in Tokyo.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chronicle Books; 0 edition (August 1, 1995)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 344 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0811810690
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0811810692
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 years and up
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 8 and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.85 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1 x 1 x 1 inches
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Joyce Wray
5.0 out of 5 stars They have rare old books!
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2022
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An old book and hard to find, but they had it! Nice condition and fast shipping. Carefully packaged also.
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Katarina
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read & understand & informative
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2020
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Great pictures very informative book. Not a lot of the uncommon breeds tho.
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Learning Mom
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2010
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We bought this book for our young daughter who loves dogs. It is the best encyclopedia of dogs we have found. It is organized very well. Almost every page or two describes a specific dog and has posed pictures of them. My daughter likes that they are big pictures and shows the dog breed clearly.
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Crystal Budke
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2018
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We were very pleased!! Beautiful pictures and lots of information!!! Loved it!! Would definitely recommend it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Love the book thank you.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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I get happy every time I look at the cover. Thanks Amazon.
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Rebecca Tingey
1.0 out of 5 stars a complete brip off
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2014
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The book was supposed to be like new, but the cover was badly faded and looked purple. The jacket was torn and ragged. It was a complete rip off! One stsr is really too good a rating.
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Laura Weiss
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Ever!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2013
My brother bought me this book years ago, and I can't tell you how long, as a gift, and I've loved it since the day I received it! I am a dog lover, and happen to have an innate memory of the breeds and their characteristics. People often ask me, what breed is this, what are their traits. I always seem to know! This book is not only informative, but so beautiful to look at that I recommend it for all dog lovers.
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SG
5.0 out of 5 stars In great shape for a used book
Reviewed in Canada on June 14, 2022
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I bought this for a replacement for a lost book at a library. It arrived within the promised time. It was in great shape for a used book; I would say even better than described. Definitely a supplier worth remembering.
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Ponyfields
5.0 out of 5 stars but I found it to be a beautiful book. I would agree
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 27, 2014
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Absolutely gorgeous book that covers a lot of less well know breeds, particularly the four Japanese living national treasure breeds that are not the well known Akita or Shiba Inu.

It may not be of interest to particularly involved doggy types, but I found it to be a beautiful book.

I would agree, however, that the information contained within is perhaps not that accurate or up-to-date. If I only exercised my Shikoku Ken as much as the book recommended she would probably chew another hole in the wall.
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ず〜みん
5.0 out of 5 stars 写真が生き生きとしていて楽しい
Reviewed in Japan on August 5, 2013
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様々なたくさんの種類の犬たちが、どれもハッとさせられるような生き生きとした表情で撮影されていて、見るだけでもとても楽しくなります。ボリュームはありますが読みやすく、子供の英語の副読本や、プレゼントとしても適していると思います。
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SJC
3.0 out of 5 stars Book on dogs
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 1, 2014
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This book delivered exactly as some other reviews had stated that there were more pictures than write-ups about the breeds which is exactly what I wanted. On the downside, there was no indication of how old the book was (probably late 1970's) so the way the dogs were groomed in the pictures was not up-to-date as I'd hoped. The book was stated as being in very good condition - which for over 40 years old it is, but on initial receipt I was dismayed - so it would have been good if the seller had given an indication of age of the book. Also, the packaging was only just adequate, in a cardboard envelope which had slit apart in transit. Since I paid very little for it, I suppose it is value for money.
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