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Do Dogs Laugh? draws on the last several decades of canine research, examining everything from a dog's eyesight to its culinary preferences and sense of humor. Jake Page looks at dogs' wild brothers, the wolves, and their closer cousins, the wild or pariah dogs; explains the newest theory of how dogs were domesticated; describes a dog's development from puppyhood on; and finally ponders a dog's emotional life and intelligence. And as an added bonus, Page's own pack of dogs makes multiple cameo appearances.
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Praise for THE FIRST AMERICANS: “A book that pulses with plot-drive.” Los Angeles Times
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Praise for THE FIRST AMERICANS: “A lively look at a contentious debate by a man in the middle of it.” Science News
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“The perfect gift for all dog owners and potential dog owners. I love it.”Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE
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Praise for THE FIRST AMERICANS: “As good as popular science writing gets.” Wall Street Journal
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Praise for IN THE HANDS OF THE GREAT SPIRIT: “Judicious, as well as flowing, lucid, and satisfying.” The Washington Post
About the Author
Jake Page was the founding editor of Doubleday's Natural History Press, as well as editorial director of Natural History magazine and science editor of Smithsonian magazine. He has written more than forty books on the natural sciences, zoological topics, and Native American affairs, as well as mystery fiction. He and his wife live in northern Colorado with six dogs and a steady supply of dog hair, available free.