The Captain's Dog (1880)

The Captain's Dog is a novel written by Louis Enault and published in 1880. The book tells the story of a dog named Barry who is the loyal companion of a captain in the Swiss army. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows Barry as he accompanies his master on various military campaigns.Barry is a brave and intelligent dog who is highly valued by the captain and his fellow soldiers. He is trained to perform a variety of tasks, including carrying messages and warning the soldiers of danger. Throughout the book, Barry proves himself to be a true hero, saving the lives of his comrades and helping to win battles.The story is told from Barry's perspective, which gives readers a unique insight into the mind of a dog. Enault does an excellent job of capturing the loyalty and devotion that dogs have for their owners, as well as their ability to sense danger and protect those they love.Overall, The Captain's Dog is an engaging and heartwarming tale that will appeal to dog lovers and history buffs alike. It is a testament to the enduring bond between humans and their animal companions, and a reminder of the sacrifices that both species have made in times of war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.