Originally published in London 1825. This is one of the earliest and most important books dealing with the greyhound. Chapters on History Coursing Breeding Rearing - Ailments Cures etc. Many of the earliest dog books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork."