Best Selling Books by ALBERT PAYSON TERHUNE

Tales of the large, bumptious, silver grey collie whom the Master found either an unbearable nuisance or a grand chum--never knowing which he was due to be, next.

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A pedigree collie becomes a sheep dog loyally serving two ranchers whose ages and personalities are distinctly different.

This is one of Albert Payson Terhune''s best stories about his famous dogs. Bruce was a collie, a superb specimen of his wonderful race.How he got to "The Place," and how he developed from an "ugly duckling" into the joy and pride of his master and mistress, and how he went overseas and did his noble best in saving life and honor for his friends-all this you will read in this book.And as you read you will realize the wonder and beauty of a dog''s devotion, and also, perhaps, something of what it means to be a dog-lover.

Contained within this rare book is a fascinating treatise on the unsung history of the dog and his place beside man as his best friend, written by the authority on the subject and master of dog-based writing, Albert Terhune. The perfect book for dog-lovers, this title will greatly appeal to fans of Terhune’s work and collectors of canine-based literature. This book has been elected for modern republication due to its timeless literary value, republished now in the hopes that it will continue to be read and enjoyed in the future as it has in the past. Albert Payson Terhune (1872 –1942) was an American author, journalist, and passionate breeder of dogs, most famous for his prolific stories detailing the misadventures of canines. This book was originally published in 1937 and is proudly republished here with a new prefatory biography of the author.

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Terhune penned many books about the dogs he kept and trained on the Sunnybank estate throughout the 1920s and 30s. Wolf, is Terhune''s classic story of the funny-looking purebred collie who was somewhat an outsider with a matching personality. Wolf the dog himself became famous posthumously when his heroic death was recorded in nearly every paper in America. This early work by Albert Payson Terhune was originally published in 1925, we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography.

Further Adventures of Lad By Albert Payson Terhune Excerpt yhood. Lad''s dark eyes swept the porch, the soft swelling green of the lawn, the flash of fire-blue lake among the trees below. Then, he deigned to look at the group of humans at one side of him. Gravely, impersonally, he surveyed them; not at all cowed or strange in his new surroundings; courteously inquisitive as to the twist of luck that had set him down here and as to the people who, presumably, were to be his future companions. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

A year in the wild turns a scrawny, runty collie pup into the pedigree beauty who wins ribbons and displays the loyalty expected of his line.

In Albert Payson Terhune''s novel ''Dad'', the reader is taken on a heartwarming journey through the life of a man and his dog, exploring themes of loyalty, friendship, and the bond between humans and animals. Terhune''s engaging storytelling style, filled with vivid descriptions and emotional depth, invites readers to become fully immersed in the world he creates. Set in a rural village, the book reflects the simplicity and beauty of nature, as well as the complexities of human relationships. Through its well-developed characters and relatable themes, ''Dad'' stands out as a timeless classic in literature. Albert Payson Terhune, a renowned author and dog lover, drew inspiration from his own experiences with his beloved pets to craft this touching tale. His passion for animals shines through in the narrative, adding an authentic and heartfelt touch to the story. Readers who enjoy heartfelt tales of companionship and the unbreakable bond between man and dog will find ''Dad'' to be a captivating and moving read that will resonate long after the final page is turned.

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Follows the adventures of Jo March and her husband Professor Bhaer as they try to make their school for boys a happy, comfortable, and stimulating place. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

The Shelf2Life Literature and Fiction Collection is a unique set of short stories, poems and novels from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. From tales of love, life and heartbreaking loss to humorous stories of ghost encounters, these volumes captivate the imaginations of readers young and old. Included in this collection are a variety of dramatic and spirited poems that contemplate the mysteries of life and celebrate the wild beauty of nature. The Shelf2Life Literature and Fiction Collection provides readers with an opportunity to enjoy and study these iconic literary works, many of which were written during a period of remarkable creativity.