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The Dog Year
Dogs, Magic, Nature and Spells
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Dogs and magic go hand-in-hand (or should that be paw-in-paw?). From Hecate's hounds to Cerberus, guardian of the underworld, our faithful friends are ever-present in mythology, magic and folklore. In this enchanting compendium, discover canine myths and superstitions, along with a new dog breed to learn...
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A year of canine myths, superstitions, rituals and magic in one beautifully illustrated package
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Description
Dogs and magic go hand-in-hand (or should that be paw-in-paw?). From Hecate's hounds to Cerberus, guardian of the underworld, our faithful friends are ever-present in mythology, magic and folklore.
In this enchanting compendium, discover canine myths and superstitions, along with a new dog breed to learn about every month. Plus, you'll find tips and tricks to strengthen your bond with your dog, as well as spells, facts, and more. The Dog Year is the perfect guide to help you embrace a year of canine companionship.
Light-hearted and accessible, and in a gorgeous mystical package, this book will be the perfect gift for every dog owner who feels a magical bond with their pup.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781837832781
Publisher: Quadrille Publishing Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 09 October 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Quadrille Publishing Ltd
Illustration: Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 143.0mm
Height: 192.0mm
Weight: 378g
Pages: 144
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Alison Davies is the author of over 30 books. She runs workshops at universities throughout the UK, showing academics, students and early years practitioners how stories can be used as tools for teaching and learning. Alison writes for a wide selection of magazines and her features have also appeared in the Times Education Supplement, Daily Mail and Sunday Express parenting section, and various commercial magazines.
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