Well, i got the email a while ago, but im only now getting around to tell you about it. Ted kerasote is the author of merles door, pukka, and pukkas promise. An exciting boxed set collection of musthave ted books for any science readerfrom medical professionals to armchair internet doctors to scifi enthusiastsan engaging and fresh look at the inner and outer world around us. With this book ted breaks new ground, this being a detailed, compassionate analysis of the dog business. The quest for longerlived dogs by ted kerasote 2014, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. But this book is much more than a record of the growth and training of a pup, it is a visual record of the development of humananimal bond as well as a breathtakingly beautiful tour of the west. Whether observing seal hunts in greenland, shadowing trophy hunting expeditions in. In the wild in a wired age, which won the national outdoor book award. Debi was the community relations manager of the princeton, new jersey barnes and noble, and we met while i was on my book tour for merles door. Ted takes the reader through the many challenges relating to canine health, from genetic issues through to diet and exercise. My goal in this book was to be comprehensive and rigorous to cover all the factors that are generally noted as. It was a way to be intimate with nature, that intimacy providing us with wild unprocessed food free from pesticides and hormones and with the bonus of having been produced without the addition of great quantities of fossil fuel. He has a new book out about his new labrador named pukka the narrative is told from pukkas perspective, and the photos are stunning. Ted books box sets ted books library ted books read.
Pukka by ted kerasote, 9780547386089, available at book depository with free delivery. In 2008, kerasote told the tale of his relationship with his beloved merle merles door, 2008, etc. After merle died in june 2004 it took several years before i could think about meeting another dog. After merle succumbed to a brain tumor, kerasote mourned his loss by investigating the factors that influence a dogs longevity. The book tells of teds evolving knowledge and understanding of merle, and of their deepening friendship and mutual love for each other. Nature, culture, and the hunt kodansha globe, 1994, out of print. Lessons from a freethinking dog and out there, which won the national outdoor book award. This is part one of a brand new, threepart interview dr. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Pukkas promise stirs our hopes for the future and gives us hard information for now.
It is the best book ive ever read on dogs, and i also love it that the main dog subjects in the book are breeds with which i have some familiarity labs, goldens, and border collies. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading pukka. Pukka has a long life ahead of him as this book covers only his first 1 12 years and i for one am very excited to follow his journey. In the wild in a wired age, won the 2004 national outdoor book award. Ted was interviewed by the happiness treatment in the library of the heathman hotel in portland, oregon. An engaging, comprehensive study of mans best friend. Kerasote tells us early on that pukka means first class in hindi, and firstclass is a perfect description of pukkas promise. Even better, heres how ted kerasote describes his book. As i have mentioned on retrieverman, i absolutely love this book. The pup after merle answers both, in the most heartwarming way told in pukkas charming voice and accompanied by more than 200 photos, pukka. Interview with author ted kerasote canine chronicle.
His essays and photographs have appeared in audubon, geo, outside, science, the new york times, and more than sixty other periodicals. Its a brilliant integration of speculation, cuttingedge. Shes also a breeder of particolor cocker spaniels, a lover and student of dogs, and weve stayed in touch over the years. Join the leading website for book clubs with over 35,000 clubs and 20,000 reading guides. This book is aimed at anyone with a great idea to share. Kings english book shop 1511 south 1500 east cosponsored by intermountain therapy animals, a. On his tour, the author is stopping in numerous big cities, but he and pukka live in the greater yellowstone area of wyoming. Yes, these two labels can be applied to the same person, and for that reason i believe im uniquely qualified to put together this ultimate recommended reading list for hunters. Apr 10, 2008 ted kerasote s book on his freethinking dog merle is filled with his extensive knowledge on the wildlife and humorous episodes with his canine buddy merle, who reminds me of snoopy in his independent character and individual personality. Anybody who read ted kerasotes surprise national bestseller, merles door.
In language so brilliant and vivid that it puts the. The ultimate recommended reading list for hunters wired. Feb 28, 20 it was truly a pleasure to have the opportunity to chat with ted kerasote, author of national bestseller merles door. We are going to try to get ted to come to san diego on his new book tour, stay tuned ted kerasote and his dog pukka with the tetons in the background. Mariner books, houghton mifflin harcourt, 2014 nature 452 pages. Ted kerasote is currently considered a single author.
Follow your gut, by rob knight with brendan buhler. In language so brilliant and vivid that it puts the rest. I met ted when he came to madison on book tour for merles door, and over coffee he asked if i thought it was a reasonable topic for a book, having been struck so often when talking about merle how short our dogs lives are, and how painful their deaths. Kerasote paused during his crosscountry book tour to talk. It was truly a pleasure to have the opportunity to chat with ted kerasote, author of national bestseller merles door. Lessons from a freethinking dog reprint by kerasote, ted isbn.
The quest for longerlived dogs, by bestselling author ted kerasote available in bookstores this week. He is also the author and editor of six books, one of which, out there. Ted kerasotes writing has spanned the globe and appeared in dozens of periodicals and anthologies, including audubon, national geographic traveler, outside, salon, and the new york times. Since the publication of the bestselling merles door, ted kerasote has received thousands of emails asking two questions. Before finding pukka, kerasote visited shelters throughout the country searching for a houndy lab like merle. I was traveling on a book tour that lasted for over a year. Ted kerasote has books on goodreads with 41112 ratings. The author of bloodties, his most recent book, out there. View a video of teds book tour presentation ted kerasote.
Kerasote paused during his crosscountry book tour to talk with dogster about dogs and longevity, and what we humans can do to help canine family members enjoy their happiest, healthiest lives. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. While on a camping trip, ted kerasote met a doga labrador. The best adventure books to get you inspired bearfoot theory. Ted kerasote has a large following of loyal readers in the u. I thought it would be awesome to go through every single dog book i could find and make a list of the best dog novels and a list of the best selling dog books of all time, fiction and nonfiction. Ted kerasote mixes science with love to take on the question every dog lover asks.
For those of you who werent able to see ted on his book tour, here is a video of his appearance at porter square. On february 7, 20, ted kerasote, bestselling author of merles. Kerasotes latest is heartbreaking, funny, and informative. Kerasote read from his recent book bloodtiesnature, culture and the hunt, an exploration of the ongoing hunting controversy, as well as the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels in support of agribusiness. Becker conducted with bestselling author ted kerasote, whose most well known work is merles door. View video of one of teds recent appearances on tour. Ted kerasote dear friends and readers, snow biking. Merles door lessons from a freethinking dog kerasote ted. Ted kerasote is the author of many books, including the national bestseller merles door. Kerasote, an outdoor adventurer and writer, and merle, a lost and semiwild two year old labrador mix, found each other on one of ted s rafting trips. Ted kerasote has some ideas about that the author of merles door shares his tips for helping dogs lead longer, happier lives. In the wild in a wired age, won the national outdoor book award. Nature, culture, and the hunt kodansha globe, 1994, out of print bloodties is the source of several controversial quotes attributed to wayne pacelle, ceo of hsus. The book tells of ted s evolving knowledge and understanding of merle, and of their deepening friendship and mutual love for each other.
The premise of merles door is on living life of your own accord and the inimitable bond between dogs and people. The pup after merle is a gift to all us as we wait for more ted kerasote and his dogs stories to be told as he continues to share them with us. The quest for longerlived dogs, is looking for a matea dark yellow or foxred labrador retriever like himself, who has completed all her health certifications and has a calm temperament and athletic personalityso that she and pukka can pass on their fine genetic legacy. The pup after merle by ted kerasote nook book ebook. Bloodties is the source of several controversial quotes attributed to wayne pacelle, ceo of hsus. Lessons from a freethinking dog, knows how much the wyoming writer and outdoorsman loves dogs. New jersey barnes and noble, and we met while i was on my book tour for merles door. Tour dates for the official ted guide to public speaking, written by chris anderson, curator of ted. Ted kerasote, a longtime backcountry skier, has written about skiing, avalanches and snow safety for many years. Ted kerasotes pukkas promise tour 20 for those of you who werent able to see ted on his book tour, here is a video of his appearance at porter square books in boston. On february 7, 20, ted kerasote, bestselling author of merles door, visited porter square books in cambridge, ma to talk about his new book, pukkas promise, and how we can give our dogs longer. The making of pukka, the pup after merle ted kerasote. Ted kerasote, lives outside of jackson, wy in a small village named kelly. The pup after merle kindle edition by kerasote, ted.
The quest for longerlived dogs by ted kerasote 20, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. If you dont want to read the description kindle customer, at least read the title pukkas promise. In 2009 i met pukka, the pup who won my heart after merle.
This book is ted kerasotes promise to pukka, so start a quest for information that will lead to longer lived dogs. Ted books box sets ted books library ted books read ted. Feb 25, 20 on february 7, 20, ted kerasote, bestselling author of merles door, visited porter square books in cambridge, ma to talk about his new book, pukkas promise, and how we can give our dogs longer. Ted kerasote s writing has spanned the globe and appeared in dozens of periodicals and anthologies, including audubon, national geographic traveler, outside, salon, and the new york times. Mcconnell, author of the other end of the leash kerasote has produced a masterpiece. Ted kerasote, author of merles door and pukkas promise. They resulted from inperson interviews the kerasote conducted with pacelle in january 1992. Ted kerasote is the author of several books, including the national bestseller merles door. The pup after merle answers both, in the most heartwarming way. Publishers weekly this might be the most important book about dogs written in a decade. While on a boating camping trip in his native wyoming, author ted kerasote comes across a wild dog and their lives are bonded together in an instant.
When merle died, kerasote received thousands of emails asking if he was going to get another dog. Kerasote, an outdoor adventurer and writer, and merle, a lost and semiwild two year old labrador mix, found each other on one of teds rafting trips. Several of the most moving passages in the book revolve around kerasotes visits to shelters and rendering plants where deceased shelter dogs are disposed. These top selling dog books span multiple centuries, and cover topics of adventure, love, loss, and companionship.
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