2 BIG DOG Books! "The International Encyclopedia of DOGS"; "THE DOG", history of

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TWO massive vintage books, American 1st-edition and/or first USA printings exclusively about DOGS! (Condition of both books: "Fine")
These two fabulous books comprise a veritable wealth of information on the subject of DOGS - from their ancient past, to modern times.
1) This 1st USA printing is a huge encyclopedia of DOGS; a great collaborative effort put forth a half-century ago by dog experts globally. ANY dedicated dog lover would be thrilled to browse thru the 480 pages of this book:
"The International Encyclopedia of Dogs", edited by Stanley Dangerfield & Elsworth Howell; special contributions by Maxwell Riddle.
2) Also quite LARGE; this 1968 1st-edition/first USA printing of "The DOG"; this volume too contains in-depth information on all things canine; it includes hundreds of photos & illustrations of dogs throughout ancient history, right on through to the 20th-c.
This is a truly remarkable and most fascinating book; it covers canine psychology, the subject of dogs in science, in art throughout the ages, as well as dogs & owners throughout various cultures worldwide throughout history, service breeds, dog shows & judging, etc, etc.
~ "The International Encyclopedia of Dogs" retains its original dust cover, which itself is in very good condition.
~ "THE DOG" does not retain a dust cover, but the hardcover volume itself is in excellent condition.
Shipping will be done via USPS Media Mail.
Thank you kindly for your interest!