Print fact sheet - Devon Rex
The Devon Rex is a young breed, only some 30 years old. It derives its name from the town in which it was first developed, namely Devon in southwest England. 'Rex' is a term used to indicate a mutation in the coat; rather than being straight and ... [... more]
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Selkirk Cats
Rex cats, such as the Devon Rex, Cornish Rex and this newer type, the Selkirk Rex, are all distinguished by their unique hair. Each of the rex varieties has curly hair follicles, giving the appearance of a wavy coat. And each variety is ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Jack Russell Terrier
The Jack Russell Terrier is a plucky little dog, originally bred to roust foxes who had 'escaped to ground' (gone underground) during hunts. And to this day the Jack Russell remains a keen terrier. The breed originated in Devon, England in the ... [... more]
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Dominick Allen
In seventeenth century England, a terrible accident forces orphaned Philip Marsham to flee London in fear for his life. Bred to the sea, he signs on with the "Rose of Devon," a dark frigate bound for the quiet shores of Newfoundland. Philip's .. [... more]
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Devon Jersild
Devon Jersild's essays and stories have appeared in such publications as the New York Times, USA Today, Redbook, and Glamour. She won an O.Henry Award in 1991. She has taught courses in women's studies and creative writing at Middlebury College ... [... more]
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Ted Hughes
Ted Hughes was born in 1930 in West Yorkshire, England. He is the author of many collections of poetry, most recently, Wolfwatching. Mr. Hughes was appointed poet laureate of England in 1984. He lives in North Tawton, Devon. [... more]
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Tom Hodgkinson
Tom Hodgkinson is still doing what he's always done, which is a mixture of editing magazines, writing articles, and putting on parties. He was born in 1968, founded in 1993, and now lives in Devon, England. [... more]
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