The Big Book of Dogs

by J.C. Suares (Editor)

J.C. Suares' best-selling series of feline and canine-inspired books have charmed and delighted dog and cat lovers through the past decade. From funny cats to heroic dogs, cool cats to dogs in love, and cats in the city to dogs in Hollywood, readers have adored them all. The Big Book of Cats and The Big Book of Dogs presents the best of Suares' series of books. These 384-page compendiums each include over 230 black and white images by such well-known animal photographers as Eve Arnold, Tanya Braganti, Elliot Erwitt, John Drysdale, Martine Franck, Herbert List, and Robin Schwartz. The photographs are paired with excerpts from such diverse writers as Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Mark Twain, Rudyard Kipling, and Sigmund Freud, as well as personal stories and anecdotes. From the cat that fell in love with a parrot, to an Australian Shepard who rescued tornado survivors, The Big Book of Cats and The Big Book of Dogs are filled with the loveable and the famous, the hilarious and the brave. Enlivened with Suares' whimsical drawings, The Big Book of Cats and The Big Book of Dogs are a remarkable tribute to our feline and canine friends, and are sure to warm the hearts of dog and cat lovers everywhere.

Genres: Dogs, Photography, Animals, Nonfiction

384 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2004

About the author

Jean-Claude Suàres (March 30, 1942 – July 30, 2013) was an artist, illustrator, editor, and creative consultant to many publications, and the first Op-Ed page art director at The New York Times.

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Reviews

[Kristy McRae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful photos, along with great mini-stories, articles, quotes and essays about our canine friends!

[Degenerate Chemist · Rating 5 out of 5]

As far as coffee table books go this one is excellent. A great read for a dog lover.

[Sally · Rating 4 out of 5]

A glossy picture book of photographs from around the world of people and their dogs. Some poems and very short stories.

[Wilson Trivino · Rating 5 out of 5]

They say if you want a friend in politics, buy a dog. I do believe that does have a love that no animal can share. Unlike cats, which I like, they are always cheerful to see you. I have the book The Big Book of Dogs for the simple reason that it makes me smile. No matter what is going on, you pick up the book and thumb thru it and it will make you smile. Dogs from all wakes and styles, it is a happy book. Mixed in with quotes and observations, this will make you appreciate man’s best friend.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one I have been waiting for ever since it was published some years back. I finally ordered it for myself and it is already proving to be SO worth the wait.

[Ernestasia Siahaan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Heartwarming photos and stories of real life dogs. Also got to learn a few things about the adorable creature.

[HornFan2 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed this one, liked all the old pictures, the ones from old Hollywood, it would make an excellent gift and be a great addition for anyones coffee table.