History of Britain in 100 Dogs
As the ultimate dog-loving nation, our history is inextricably entwined with that of our dogs. Through history they have sniffed, rolled, shaken and pawed their way to our hearts, and behind almost every great Briton is a faithful hound.
This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Britain from Roman times to the present and looks at our native British breeds and the extraordinary roles they played in society, from providing entertainment to herding livestock to guiding the visually impaired. Dogs have fought with us in war, searched for us in trouble, aided us in industry and offered companionship with no reward. They crop up in almost every aspect of history, and offer a fascinating insight into the shaping of our nation.
Emma White has a Masters degree from the University of Birmingham in First World War studies and is now studying for a PhD at the University of Chichester in the military employment of dogs during the conflict. She was previously project manager for West Sussex County Council (WSCC) Library Service’s ‘Great War: West Sussex’ project. The book resulting from the project won the Alan Ball Local History Award from the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals. Emma is currently managing the ‘Military Voices Past & Present’ project for WSCC Library Service.