Doggy People offers a fascinating portrait of a small corner of 19th-century life. Despite such a niche subject, it uncovers an interesting array of forgotten and colourful characters.
<p>Science Historian Michael Worboys explains that the Victorian craze for dog breeding enshrined both a focus on dogs' outward appearances and the idea that heredity was all-important to a dog's quality, leading to frequent disappointment for owners who find their pets don't fit expectations. </p>
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