You don't need to be a Dog Lover to the a The-Book-of-the-Dog Lover. This handsome, impeccably designed volume features gorgeous, yet understated, canine portraits and paintings spanning the past two centuries. You are sure to find your favorite breed accompanied by a witty quote or anecdote. I can't wait to gift it to my dog-loving/book-loving friends. It feels good to hold in your hands (like the best books) and every page is itself a work of art. If you are looking for "a smile in the mind", look no further. This book will delight you in a simple, restrained, but secretly exuberant way - much like the company of a much-beloved canine.