The Dogist
Elias Weiss Friedman
2015, 304 pages
Nonfiction
If you have ever wanted to be overwhelmed by the cuteness and lovability of dogs, this book is for you. The Dogist (which started and continues as a Tumblr, Facebook and Instagram account) contains photos of dogs with little commentary, ranging from the smallest (Chihuahuas) to the largest (Great Danes). The photographs are beautifully composed and presented with very little text, which is both good and bad. Although I loved the photos, I also enjoy the owners’ commentary on their pets which Friedman includes on his social media sites. Friedman does discuss his techniques for photographing dogs and the cameras that he uses, which is inspiring.
The Dogist is a quick read (I finished it in an evening; several other librarians finished it in less than three days) but very enjoyable and highly recommended for those who love dogs of all types.
Nora Cascadden
Concord Public Library
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