In his foreword to Jack Kersley s invaluable

book, F. Kenneth Atkinson writes, There is no

reason why any sportsman, after following his

methods, so simply described and easy to

follow, should not have a steady and reliable

retriever. Here, indeed, is an illustrated manual

to answer the need of anyone seeking firm and

original guide-lines on tile subject, from early

principles to advanced training.

Mr Kersley is a consultant surgeon, and the

dedication and concentration notable in his

profession are apparent in h~s book, a product

of steady experience and observation in his

mature years. Above all it is soundly based on

a deep understanding of canine nature. From

this foundation, and with refreshing naturalness

and humour, the author builds a logical and

original course of management and training.

Finally there is much useful information and

advice on early shots, working tests, field

trials, and on judges and judging, with appropri-

ate appendices. Mr Kersley e method is wholly

convincing and has~ instant practical appeal.

The many sketches by James Croft and photo-

graphs by Arthur Robinson complement the

text in a remarkable way.