""A Boy I Knew and Four Dogs"" is a charming collection of short stories written by Laurence Hutton and first published in 1898. The book recounts the author's childhood memories of growing up in New York City in the mid-19th century, and the four dogs that became his loyal companions during that time. Each story is a heartwarming and humorous account of the adventures and misadventures of the author and his furry friends, from playing in the snow to getting into mischief in the city streets. Hutton's vivid descriptions of the dogs' personalities and antics make them come alive on the page, and his love for them shines through in every story. The book is a delightful read for anyone who loves dogs or enjoys nostalgic tales of childhood.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.