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Discover the history and lore of this region's legendary outdoorsmen and their faithful dogs. Man versus beast-it's an age-old struggle that has been part of the rugged terrain of the Great Smoky Mountains since humans first encountered the region centuries ago. Bob Plott, a descendant of the breeder of the Plott hound and an avid outdoorsman in North Carolina, takes readers on a quest back through time for a glimpse into the minds and the rifles...
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This history of the hunting dog "looks at the breed in relation to outlaws and lawmen, celebrities and common folks-and everyone in between" (Appalachian History.net).
Though originating in Germany, the Plott hound reached worldwide fame through the contributions of many colorful characters from the Southern Appalachians. Originally brought to America by German immigrant Johannes "George" Plott, the hounds quickly became renowned for their stamina...