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 ~Essential literature for every goat fancier and student of domestication~ 

THE MYSTERIOUS GOAT, IMAGES AND IMPRESSIONS
By Dr. C. Naaktgeboren

Without doubt the most beautiful and special book on goats so far. In a luxurious large format hardcover, all the cultural aspects of the intriguing bond between the goat and mankind, over a period of more than hundred centuries, will be extensively covered, with scores of breathtaking illustrations.

The goat, so widespread that she still is known as the poor man’s cow, is more multifunctional than any other domesticated animal. See the irrefutable evidence in the cultural history of mankind. At the very same time we are still awed, not to say intrigued, by so many characteristics and qualities of the goat… ‘The Queen of the Field’.

So far plenty of books have been published on the goat, but they are all more or less focused on husbandry and/ or the different breeds. Never before has full attention been given to the overwhelming number of different aspects of the goat, in her special relationship with us. ‘The Mysterious Goat, Images and Impressions’ will do exactly that. In a once in a lifetime manner.

In a luxurious large (A4) format quality hardcover with about 300 pages and with as many illustrations (in full colour and black and white) all possible expressions of the rich goat culture of every country of importance are given. The majority of the illustrations are high quality copies of original postcards – coming from the internationally renowned private collection of the author – which are a wealthy source on their own.

In fifty chapters the many mysteries of our goat are revealed, in great detail, always with high respect for her, here and there even with a tender kind of love, but never is there a wrong kind of sentiment. The book starts of course by answering the question of where the goat comes from. This is followed by focusing on her character and temperament, individually and as a herding animal. The use of the goat takes up a large part of the book, naturally, but almost as much space is reserved for the goat in religion, mythology, folklore, science and art. The male goat is not forgotten. The idea alone… in so many expressions of goat culture the buck plays the leading part… beer, the devil, the army, pulling the (invalid) cart, even udder development and milk gift in the male goat is dealt with.

The Dutchman Dr. C. Naaktgeboren is the author of ‘The Mysterious Goat’. His hundreds of articles for scientific journals and popular scientific magazines in America, France, Germany, Great Britain and the Netherlands are proof of his rare expertise as an authority, not only on goats, but on all domestic animals, his speciality being the birth of mammals. In 1963 he took his doctoral degree on this subject. Besides written publications - articles and 
books - he has also made a dozen scientific films on the same subject. Since his retirement from the University of Amsterdam he has lived in France, where he has bred goats and has been closely involved with the preservation of rare breeds. For some years he was a committee member of the French Club for the Preservation of the Poitevin Goat.

THE THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF BOOK & CD
Package contains fully illustrated book and CD with music and sound effects. A wonderful package for children

This is a story modern children need. Tech Tonic, a publication of the Alliance for Childhood, reports that the average American can recognize over a thousand brand names but is unable to identify ten indigenous plants or animals.

"MY STORY" - HARVEY CONSIDINE'S AUTOBIOGRAPHY
New 2006. Nearly 400 pages of Harvey's life. You will find this book very interesting as Harvey tells us more about his life than you could have imagined. His romance with Elaine, his 12 children, his goats, his sad times and good times. You won't want to miss this book about one of our favorite goat keepers!

DAIRY GOATS FOR PLEASURE AND PROFIT by Harvey Considine
New 2005 update of the old version. 300 pages
*Filled with valuable practical goat husbandry information.
*Facts on breeding, kidding, feeding, milking, housing and marketing.
*An excellent reference for 4-H and FFA members, their leaders as well as beginning and experienced goatherds.
*Includes feeding, equipment and facilities ideas
*Delicious recipes from dairy goat products
*How to information on selecting a breed, buying animals.

THE BILLY GOATS GRUFF retold by Jane Bingham
Hard copy of book retelling a modern version of the Billy Goats Gruff based on folktale from Norway. Story and graphics are very cute.

THE GOAT LADY by Jane Bregoli
Two children and their mother, new to the neighborhood, befriend Noelie Houle, an elderly lady who raises goats. Her other neighbors bemoan "The Goat Lady’s" rundown house and barnyard animals, but the children see how she cares for her goats, they listen to her stories, and they come to love her. For many years Noelie provided goat’s milk for people who needed it and sent her extra goat kids to poor people in poor countries through Heifer International. The children’s mother paints a series of paintings of "The Goat Lady," and her art show at the local town hall helps the rest of the community see Noelie’s kindness and courage. This is a wonderful true story.

THE BASICS BEYOND ~ GOAT CARE AND MANAGEMENT
by Patty Putnam
Very good book for miniature goat breeders, especially beginners. This book will help you with all your goat management for your small goats.

THERE'S A BILLY GOAT IN THE GARDEN
by Laurel Dee Gugler and Clare Beaton. 
Hard cover book about a billy goat in the garden and he will not come out! Join a rowdy group of farmyard animals as they snicker, snort and shout their way through these colorful pages, trying to chase away a stubborn old billy goat. Pictures resemble quilt cut-outs.

CATCH THAT GOAT by Polly Alakija. 
Story takes place in in Nigeria. Ayoka has been left in charge of the family goat, but it has vanished. As Ayoka searches the streets of the town, she starts to realize just how much trouble the runaway goat is creating in the market. Paperback.

ETHAN'S STORY by Deborah Florey 
This book is written about a young boy visiting his grandparents farm and learning about animals (primarily goats), doing chores, and doing farm events. The book was written to teach self-esteem, work ethics and respect for the unity of the home. Book is full of color pictures and well done. 

ONE DAY WITH A GOAT HERD
True story about a goat herd of C. J. Stevens. The herd is a mixed herd of Toggenburgs and Nubians. Interesting story and does give some management advice for beginners.

TO MARKET TO MARKET
to buy a fat pig and soon a simple trip to the market turns into utter chaos! Yes, one stubborn goat and the goat's in the closet chewing my shoe. And the rest is for you to enjoy, too.
Hard bound.

THE LITTLE GOAT ON THE ROOF
By Jodi Littler
The story is about Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant in Door County, Wis., where the goats live on the roof. Very cute and entertaining book.

OLE ROY, MOTHER AND ME
The story of a boy growing up in the country in the early 1950's with a goat for a pet. Read of the boy's love for the goat; the goat's love for the boy; the mother's contempt for the animals and the goat's contempt for the mother and other members of the family. If you're from the country you'll love the book. If you love to laugh, you'll enjoy the book. 6" x 9" in size - 96 pages.