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An Album of Animal Companions: A Collection of Turn-of-the-Century Photographs and Ephemera
An Album of Animal Companions A Collection of TurnoftheCentury Photographs and Ephemera Author:Karen L Schnitzspahn This delightful photographic book provides a nostalgic look at pets and their relationships with people during a simpler, less hurried time at the New Jersey Shore. Recently printed from old glass negatives, the images seem to leap off the pages with remarkable clarity. These portraits of poised dogs alongside well-dressed owners, team mascots... more », pampered cats, sleek horses, playful goats and even Teddy Bears, are not only pleasant to view but encourage a deep appreciation for animals as well. A variety of ephemera - postcards, programs, advertisements, family keepsakes - add vivid details to accompany the main collection of professional vintage photographs. The foreword is by Ursula Goetz, Exectuve Director of the Monmouth County SPCA. "An Album of Animal Companions" will appeal to animal lovers, photographers, history buffs, and anyone who enjoys taking a journey back in time.« less