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Published by Reaktion Books, London, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Conover Books, Martinsville, VA, U.S.A.
Book First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Ex-library with the usual library markings (if not for the library markings this copy would be graded in fine condition); overall a nice used copy! Color illustrated wrapper with white and green lettering. 400 informative and educational pages nicely enhanced by black and white and full-color photographs and illustrations! "Wild animals have fascinated human observers since time immemorial. The story of our interest in collecting, classifying and dominating Nature looms large; thus it is surprising that the history of menageries, zoological gardens and zoos as we know them today has been so poorly documented. This gap is addressed by Zoo. In the Renaissance, wealthy aristocrats showcased exotic beasts in private menageries. Safely caged, animals inspired the interest of naturalists and fed the curiosity of the masses. By the 19th century, increased urbanization and colonization aided the expansion of zoos in which animals were tamed to serve as domesticated livestock. Nowadays, with many natural habitats under threat of extinction, the social function of zoos is less clear. Such institutions both present the illusion of wild animals in a natural state to a nostalgic public and find themselves justifying their existence as saviors of endangered species.".
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
Book
Condition: Good. Good condition. This is the average used book, that has all pages or leaves present, but may include writing. Book may be ex-library with stamps and stickers. 3.04.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Ergodebooks, Houston, TX, U.S.A.
Book
Softcover. Condition: Good. "A fascinating and wide-ranging -history of zoos from the menageries attached to aristocratic palaces and villas in the 1500s to those in modern cities . . . provides the intriguing and often harrowing background to one of the most agonizing dilemmas of our time: with ever more species threatened with extinction in their natural habitat, should we seek to preserve them in special sanctuaries and if so where and how?"-The Times"Not just a compendium of pretty pictures-though you'll be stunned by the 400 images-this book traces the history of zoos throughout the world. Among similar books, it is unique in exploring the social ramifications of our relations with the peaceable kingdom."-Library Journal, "Best Books of 2002".
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Books Unplugged, Amherst, NY, U.S.A.
Book
Condition: Fair. Buy with confidence! Book is in acceptable condition with wear to the pages, binding, and some marks within 3.04.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Toscana Books, AUSTIN, TX, U.S.A.
Book
Paperback. Condition: very good. Purchase pre-owned books for prompt service and customer satisfaction.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
Book
Condition: Fair. Acceptable/Fair condition. Book is worn, but the pages are complete, and the text is legible. Has wear to binding and pages, may be ex-library. 3.04.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Big Bill's Books, Wimberley, TX, U.S.A.
Book
Paperback. Condition: new. Brand New Copy.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: GoldenWavesOfBooks, Fayetteville, TX, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Save With Sam, North Miami, FL, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Brand New!.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
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Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Wizard Books, Long Beach, CA, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. New.
Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
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Published by Reaktion Books, 2004
ISBN 10: 186189208XISBN 13: 9781861892089
Seller: Front Cover Books, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
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Condition: new.