007 - The Throwback

Lad A Dog is a heartwarming 1919 novel by Albert Payson Terhune, published by E. P. Dutton. This charming collection of twelve short stories, originally featured in various magazines, draws inspiration from the life of Terhunes beloved rough collie, Lad. Born in 1902, Lad was an unregistered collie of unknown lineage, initially owned by Terhunes father. The profound loss of Lad in 1918 touched the hearts of many readers, especially children, who celebrated his adventurous spirit through these enchanting tales. (Summary by Wikipedia)