The Pointer And His Predecessors An Illustrated History Of The Pointing Dog From The Earliest Times (1906)

The Pointer And His Predecessors: An Illustrated History Of The Pointing Dog From The Earliest Times (1906) is a comprehensive book written by William Arkwright. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the pointing dog, which is a breed of hunting dog that is trained to point out the location of game birds for the hunter.The book begins by tracing the origins of the pointing dog back to ancient times and goes on to describe the various breeds that have contributed to the development of the modern-day pointer. The author also provides a detailed analysis of the various techniques and methods used in training these dogs.The book is filled with beautiful illustrations and photographs that showcase the various breeds of pointing dogs and their hunting techniques. The author also provides a detailed account of the various hunting traditions and practices that have developed around the use of these dogs.Overall, The Pointer And His Predecessors: An Illustrated History Of The Pointing Dog From The Earliest Times (1906) is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of hunting dogs and the development of the modern-day pointer. The book is a valuable resource for dog breeders, hunters, and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.