GUNDOG SENSE AND SENSIBILITY. By Wilson Stephens.
(1982) 2001 new edition. 8vo (153 x 226mm). Pp192. B/w sketches by Mary Beattie Scott. Laminated boards, issued without a dust-wrapper.
A new edition of one of the most sought-after gundog books. An intelligent look at the mind, behaviour and training of gundogs. Chapters include: In human terms: Instead of speech; Sensory and extra-sensory; By voice alone; Hands and handling; By nose and tongue. Within the dog: The canine mind; The birthrights; Tracing the inheritance; The paradox of speed; Workings of memory. In practice: Forms of restraint; The whistler and his dog; Noises off; Game and gun; Guided missiles; Crime and punishment; Wind and limb; Rest and recreation; Full circle.
A new edition of one of the most sought-after gundog books. An intelligent look at the mind, behaviour and training of gundogs. Chapters include: In human terms: Instead of speech; Sensory and extra-sensory; By voice alone; Hands and handling; By nose and tongue. Within the dog: The canine mind; The birthrights; Tracing the inheritance; The paradox of speed; Workings of memory. In practice: Forms of restraint; The whistler and his dog; Noises off; Game and gun; Guided missiles; Crime and punishment; Wind and limb; Rest and recreation; Full circle.
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Book Code
26147
| Author | Stephens (Wilson). (Christopher Wilson Treeve Stephens). (1912-2012). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 26147 |
| ISBN | 1840372621 / 1840372621. |
| Book Description | Boards slightly bumped and used. Internally very clean. A good copy. No dust-wrapper, as issued. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 2001 |
| Publisher | Swan Hill Press. |
| Place | Shrewsbury, Shropshire. |