A classic dog story, told by one of America's best writers.
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Nop, the main character in McCaig's pleasurable out-of-print classic, is a sheepdog run competitively by his Virginian master in the kind of "trials" that test such a dog; when some unscrupulous rednecks steal him, other kinds of trials begin.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"Does justice to both its human and canine characters."--New York Times
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Format:Paperback
This is a fantastic book for dog lovers, and Border Collie fans in particular. Written in a very readable style, with subtle humor and warmth, it is hard to put down. I especially liked the insights into the thoughts of the individual dogs, and their "conversations". It is very obvious that the author both loves and understands dogs. However, I did find some scenes concerning the abuse of dogs to be highly upsetting, even though the actual abuse was not generally graphic but the results were obvious. To be made aware that people treat animals so inhumanely left me feeling very distressed although the book, as a whole, was wonderful.
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I first read a condensed version of this story years ago, and it haunted me. I had to learn what I was missing and was highly pleased recently to attain a copy of this complete book for my very own. McCaig writes in a very simplistic, to the point style which flows smoothly and quickly, telling a story of how an honest, hardworking farm man loses his newest stockdog in an unfortunate series of events which only seem to bring the two even closer together at the end. Nop's trials describe not only Border Collie stockdog trials--herding sheep and such for prizes--but the trials he must endure just surviving, wondering if he will ever see his master again or work again on his farm. It is intriguing to note that while you may occasionally "hear" what the dog's point of view is, he is speaking in his own dog language which humans may interpret or misinterpret as they will. A great read for any age, there are a few disturbing scenes described which may upset very young or particularly zealous animal lovers of any kind. Overall, this book deserves its place with all the other great animal stories like Watership Down, Tailchaser's Song, Firebringer, White Fang, The Black Stallion, and The Plague Dogs.
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Nop's Trials is so beautifully developed McCaig reminds me of Mark Twain. What a terrific story teller. I've always had dogs, yet no one has quite expressed that bond and devotion as Donald McCaig has with Nop. A beautiful and often suspenseful story that is well paced, wonderfully well narrated, and thoughtfully described. There are good guys and bad guys as in any good story. And, in the end, the best dogs win. Truth, beauty, and justice prevail.
Nop's Trials was is one of those rare books that you want to put down because you don't want it to end, but you can't stand to not know how things turn out.
Charles Coyote, author Poison Switch
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If you love dogs you will not put it down till finished!
If you love dogs and understand their committment to those to treat them fairly you will love this book. Read more
Published on Dec 13 2002
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One of the best dog stories ever written!
Actually, I read this book quite a few years ago, when it was first published.
Since then, I've re-read Nop's Trials, along with every other book that Donald McCaig has... Read more
Since then, I've re-read Nop's Trials, along with every other book that Donald McCaig has... Read more
Published on Dec 10 2001 by Bob W
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Nop Is #1
Nop's Trials is one of the best books I've read. Nop is Lewis Burkholder's loyal sheep dog, and Lewis is Nop's dedicated master. Read more
Published on Mar 5 2001
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The Watership Down of Border Collie stories!!
We have two Border Collies, so we know more about the breed than the average bears. But when a neighbor insisted I read Nop's Trials, I cringed thinking of all the other unread... Read more
Published on Oct 3 2000 by Richard W. Taylor
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My Very Favorite Book!
Best book ever! Nop's Hope is excellent too! If you love a dog, this book will make you cry, but it is excellent!
Published on Mar 22 2000 by Clare
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This book is awesome!
I have never read this book, but I have listened to it on tape. I fell in love with it, and it is probably my all time favorite book. Read more
Published on Nov 20 1999
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WONDERFUL PEEK INSIDE THE MIND OF OUR BEST FRIENDS!
THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS OF ALL TIME.I HAVE WORKED IN ANIMAL PROTECTION AND THE BOOK SPELLS OUT WHAT CAN HAPPEN TO OUR POOR DOG FRIENDS. Read more
Published on Oct 17 1999 by back in time
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Excellent insight into the mind of a border collie!
This author not only is familiar with the border collie, but also is familiar with the traits and characteristics of many other breeds of dogs.
Published on Aug 6 1998
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melancholy but a good read
I enjoyed Nop's Trials but found the story a bit depressing. The ending was satisfying though. I had difficulty with the dog's chat as they spoke like Quakers do.. Read more
Published on Dec 21 1997 by acousticj316@rocketmail.com
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