Dogs of All Nations by W. E. Mason is a captivating and authoritative visual encyclopedia that showcases the incredible diversity, history, and beauty of dog breeds from around the globe. This classic reference guide features a rich collection of breeds—from the most beloved and familiar to rare and exotic types—each presented with vivid illustrations and fascinating descriptions. Whether you're a passionate dog lover, a breed enthusiast, or simply curious about canines, this book is your ultimate passport to the world of dogs. W. E. Mason, a respected dog expert and historian, compiled this iconic work with a deep appreciation for the role dogs play across cultures and continents. His commitment to accuracy and detail makes Dogs of All Nations an invaluable resource for breeders, trainers, pet owners, and researchers alike. The book doesn’t just highlight the visual traits of each breed, but also offers insights into their origins, characteristics, and the environments in which they thrived. Inside Dogs of All Nations, readers will find well-organized breed classifications, historical anecdotes, and educational commentary that paints a global portrait of man's best friend. From the loyal German Shepherd and graceful Afghan Hound to lesser-known treasures like the Xoloitzcuintli and Tibetan Mastiff, this collection celebrates the bond between humans and dogs in all its forms. About the Author W. E. Mason was a leading authority on canine breeds during the early 20th century. With a deep knowledge of breed standards, global dog history, and animal illustration, Mason created this book to both educate and inspire dog lovers around the world. His work stands as a timeless tribute to canine diversity and the enduring companionship dogs offer to humankind. Whether you're a kennel club member, aspiring dog show judge, or simply someone who cherishes dogs, Dogs of All Nations by W. E. Mason is a timeless masterpiece that belongs on every dog lover's bookshelf.

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Results of a study to investigate the influence of non-uniform stress fields on the failure strength of rocks are presented. Three rock types, Westerly granite, Nugget sandstone, and Tennessee marble, were tested to failure in unconfined tension, torsion, and bending tests, and in triaxial compression and extension tests. Specimens were prepared with notches of various sharpness to vary the intensity of the stress gradients in the specimens. Analyses were performed to determine how the magnitude of the stress varied across the specimen. Two significant experimental observations were made. First, the fracture stress was insensitive to the notch configuration for all rocks tested. Second, local stresses existed in the specimens near the crack tips significantly above the stress required to fracture the rock in a uniform stress field. A preliminary correlation of the increase in strength exhibited by a specimen in a non-uniform stress field is presented based on a critically stressed distance that varies with the maximum stress.

This richly illustrated volume is a fortune place of information for dog lovers, owners, breeders, and forthcoming buyers. It starts with a point by point discourse of breed advancement, concentrating on the physical and behavioral characteristics that recognize one canine breed from another. The book's fundamental area profiles dog breeds, masterminded in the general classes determined by the AKC- - Sporting Group, Hound Group, Working Group, Terrier Group, Toy Group, Non-Sporting Group, and Herding Group, included is 39 selection of new dogs. Each profile explains to how and why the breed was produced, and how choice to propagate particular attributes influences a dog's appropriateness as a pet. Guidance for prospective dog owners will enable them to make sure they are picking a breed that is good with their own circumstance and requirements. They will likewise discover information on each breed's powerlessness to particular medical issues, life span, practice needs, similarity with youngsters, and considerably more.