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#339857 in Books Bronwen Dickey 2016-05-10 2016-05-10Format: Deckle EdgeOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x 1.00 x 6.80l; 1.33 #File Name: 0307961761352 pagesPit Bull The Battle Over an American Icon
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271 of 295 people found the following review helpful. Unlike the One-Star Reviewers; I *Have* Read This Book. I agree with the NY Times: Superb Science Writing.By DemocritusNote that a raft of one-star "reviews" showed up within hours of the book's publication. These people were sent over from an anti-pit-bull hate group on Facebook; which is urging its members to "swarm" . They have NOT read Bronwen Dickey's book. The Facebook page is explicit: "Here's the deal: We don't need to read it to understand the book's underlying theme."Well; here's the real deal: you DO have to read it. That's how books work. If you haven't actually read something -- carefully -- then no: you are not in a position to understand anything about it. Much less review it.I received an electronic galley a couple of weeks ago; and read it with joy. I assure you that it's by far the most careful and rigorous treatment of the subject to date; it's also an undeniable work of literature -- a gift to the genre -- and genuinely entertaining. I wonder whether any of the kindhearted people leaving fake reviews will ever get around to glancing at the book itself. Apart from everything else; they might be disappointed by how evenhanded the work is: Ms. Dickey spends a fair bit of time with voices on both sides of the pit-bull debate. Her own conclusions favor science -- she doesn't side with the extremists (who can be found; unfortunately; in both camps). It's a thorough; level-headed and intelligent treatment of a fraught topic; I expect it will remain the definitive work for some time.-----------------------------------Note: the hate group has just changed its name -- they used to call themselves "Pit Bulls and Amputees." They're now hiding behind the innocuous title; "Pit Bull Public Safety Education and Advocacy." Their campaign of harassment against Ms. Dickey has been documented by the press; however; and it makes for ugly reading: do a search on "Pit bull author’s critics are off the leash;" by Josh Shaffer (The News Observer). Also note: I have nothing whatsoever to do with any sort of "right wing; pro-pit bull group" -- the libel posted below. This is the kind of tactic that Ms. Dickey is encountering: ad hominem lies; conjured from thin air.18 of 19 people found the following review helpful. Bronwen Dickey's book was one of the best books I've read in a very long timeBy Jeanie SchulzBronwen Dickey's book was one of the best books I've read in a very long time....one of those books that I couldn't put down.. I ended up reading it cover to cover and then immediately started to read it again because there was so much in the writing. Whether or not you have an interest in pit bulls; rescue or animal welfare; the areas of the book which delve into the human aspect are so worth the read. Meticulously researched; beautiful; stunning and poignant.17 of 18 people found the following review helpful. Not just these dogs but all dogs.By JeniferA great and informative read. It sheds light on not only the prejudice that put bills face but other breeds. This book doesn't just pertain to pit bulls but all dogs and as dog owners is important that we don't forget.
