Grig The Greyhound. Mark Flint. Lionel Edwards. 1938. First Edition. Rare Antique Dog Book. Francis P. Fretwell Collection.

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Description: One of the many books from the Estate of Francis P. Fretwell that we will be selling. The library is the largest privately owned collection of dog books in the world. Mr. Fretwell was the owner of Monfret Kennels, which bred champion standard poodles. He was former president and governor of the Poodle Club of America, and the Italian Greyhound Club of America. He also served as a delegate to the American Kennel Club for decades. His wonderful collection of books has been carefully maintained. *** Grig the Greyhound. By Mark Flint. Illustrated by Lionel Edwards, R.I. London: Country Life Ltd., 1938. 1st edition. 8vo., 108p., light blue cloth with black lettering, profusely illustrated with full page and text drawings by Lionel Edwards, R.I. Fictional (?) biography of a greyhound, with the lovely illustrations of Edwards throughout. 1.5" closed tear along gutter of spine tail. Mr. Fretwell's bp on front fixed endpaper. Prior owner's name and address on front free endpaper. Some light soiling internally. VG to VG+ condition.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: FF4270
Condition: VG to VG+	Year: 1938
Country: USA
Title: Grig The Greyhound. By Mark Flint.

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