Dogtionary: Meaningful Portraits of Dogs

by Sharon Montrose

Book Overview

An elegant, playful and utterly irresistible tribute to dogs that is certain to become one of the must-have gifts for dog lovers. A humorous and affectionate photographic essay featuring a collection of evocative and playful dogs portraits in the fresh, informal style of photographer Sharon Montrose. Each photo is juxtaposed with unique 'doggie definitions' - lighthearted and inventive captions presented as a dictionary. Includes over 90 duotones...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670034991
• ISBN13: 9780670034994
• Release Date: October 2001
• Publisher: Penguin Putnam
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 9.3" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Just Beautiful

As an amateur photographer and animal lover, I'm on the lookout for dog portraits that are something special - this book has them! The photos are divine and the "meanings" of each subject's name are terrific. You get a real feeling for each dog's personality, something which is missing from so many so-called "great" animal portraits. If you love dogs and want to have a great coffee table book, or give it as a gift, this is the one!

A Best Buy For Dog Lovers

This is the sweetest book I've ever bought. When I picked up this book in the bookstore I sat on the floor in the middle of the aisle and just started glowing as I went through the whole book page by page- It truly captures our sweet canine companions at their best. The photos are amazing and the sayings fit perfectly. I highly recommend this book for anyone who has a love for dogs. It will brighten your day and make you laugh out loud. It captures our animals true spirits.

Dogtionary

This is the perfect book for any dog lovers you know. There are lots of cute dog/cute cat books out there, but the photographs in Dogtionary possess a certain familiarity and simple beauty. It is the way we see our dogs, everyday, around the house. The dogs in these pictures are not posed in some unnatural setting, they are just caught in the act of being themselves. It really is a beautiful book.

Personality PLUS: The Photos; The Definitions; The Book

Personality is the best word to describe "Dogtionary." Plus, it's simply beautiful.The photographs, as art, are unique in style and perspective. The dogs, as characters, are as recognizable and varied as cousins at a family reunion. The definitions are a chuckle, a hoot, an insight, a knowing.Even the book itself - lusciously printed on heavy cream paper, with a rich satin cover - has so much personality that you reach for it again and again. Everyone who's seen "Dogtionary" on my table has the same reaction. "That book is number one on my holiday list. I'm giving it to 'dog' people, to 'cat' people and to 'no pet' people too."

Great Holiday gift

This is a wonderful, fun, charming book that is a perfect addition to any coffee table. The book is a must have for dog lovers. The emotions captured by Sharon show the true soul of the dog. And, the captions are hilarious. Once you read it, you will want to buy many more to give out as gifts this holiday season! I highly recommend this book.