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Published by Goff Books
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"There is nothing happier than a happy dog" reads one of the
observations in this humorous and heartwarming look at the
everyday interactions between man and man’s best friend. Renown
illustrator Mark Ulriksen combines his handwritten observations
with his intricate paintings of dogs from over 20 years of his
career. Mark reaches back to his youth to talk about his first dog and
chronicles the idiosyncrasies of each of his ten dogs that have
enriched his life. Mark parallels major life events from dating,
married life, and raising a family, with such humorous moments as
house-breaking a puppy, obedience classes, the sad melancholy of
nursing an aging canine friend, Fred, and his eventual ascension
to "dog heaven." Dogs Rule, Nonchalantly will appeal to dog lovers of all
ages. The intuitive, colorful paintings communicate a depth of
understanding of the quips and quirks of our canine companions
that will bring a smile to the faces of children, while the
sophistication and nuance of Mark's artistic expertise and his
acute observations, will resonate with anyone who has ever had a
dog. In addition, having contributed more than forty covers to The New Yorker magazine, this collection will also appeal to
art lovers and followers of his work. pub date: 2014-09-30 | Paperback | 9781939621108 |
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