The story chronicles the rivalry between two sheepdogs, Red Wull and Bob, son of Battle, and their masters, Adam M’Adam and James Moore. Caught between them is David who is left to care for his father, Adam M’Adam, after his mother dies. Red Wull is a huge, violent dog who herds his sheep by brute force. The other dog is Bob, son of Battle. He herds sheep by finesse and persuasion. Who will win out? First published in 1898, this edition is derived from the original book with 53 black & white and 4 original color illustrations by Marguerite Kirmse. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.