{"title":"Susan McHugh","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by Susan McHugh, an insightful and engaging author known for her remarkable contributions to literature that artfully blend themes of travel and adventure. Susan McHugh captivates readers with her vivid storytelling and the compelling journey through the pages of her books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is the intriguing title, \u003cem\u003eDog\u003c\/em\u003e, where McHugh delves into the world of canine companionship, exploring the intricate relationship between humans and dogs in various cultural and adventurous settings. Her writing goes beyond mere storytelling to provide an educational perspective on the diverse ways dogs are woven into the fabric of human travel and adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach of Susan McHugh's books invites readers to embark on a unique voyage, offering a fresh lens through which to view the world. Whether you're a traveller at heart or simply enjoy a good adventure from the comfort of your armchair, her works promise to inspire, educate, and entertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the world of Susan McHugh and discover tales that will take you on unforgettable journeys, each narrating a new story about the world we live in and the animals we share it with.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dog-by-susan-mchugh-9781789141283","title":"Dog","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of the canine has been fundamentally entwined with that of humanity since the earliest times, and this ancient and fascinating story is told in Susan McHugh's \u003ci\u003eDog\u003c\/i\u003e, now available in B-format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book unravels the debate about whether dogs are descended from wolves, and moves on to deal with canines in mythology, religion and health. It explores dog cults in ancient and medieval civilizations as disparate as Alaska, Greece, Peru and Persia, and traces correspondences between the histories of dogs in the Far East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDog\u003c\/i\u003e also examines the relatively recent phenomenon of dog breeding and the invention of species, as well as the canine's role in science fact and fiction. From Laika, the first astronaut, and Pavlov's famous conditioned dogs, through to science fiction novels and cult films such as \u003ci\u003eA Boy and his Dog\u003c\/i\u003e, the book covers it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSusan McHugh shows how dogs today contribute to human lives in a multitude of ways, not only as pets and guide dogs but also as sources of food in Asia, entertainment workers, and scientific and religious objects. \u003ci\u003eDog\u003c\/i\u003e reveals how we have shaped these animals over the millennia, and in turn, how dogs have shaped us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A well-informed and wide-ranging guide to the cultural history of the dog...it is lavishly and eclectically illustrated. It surveys the whole gamut of human-dog relations, in religion and myth, literature, science, art, and entertainment. If I, who am largely indifferent to the species charms, found it an enjoyable and stimulating read, it can presumably be safely recommended to all real dog enthusiasts.' - \u003ci\u003eInternational Zoo News\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072202227948,"sku":"9781789141283","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27941873482824.jpg?v=1765085500"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/susan-mchugh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}