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Kangaroo by John Simons 9781861899224 (Paperback, 2012)

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Format:
Paperback
Language of text:
English
Isbn-13:
9781861899224, 978-1861899224
Author:
John Simons
Publisher:
Reaktion Books
Series:
Animal
Imprint:
Reaktion Books
Publication date:
2012-12-07
Pages:
224
Product dimensions:
139.7mm (w) x 203.2mm (h) x 19.05mm (d)

Overview

From Kanga and her son Roo in Winnie the Pooh to the boxing champ Hippety Hopper who punches Sylvester inLooney Tunes, kangaroos appear frequently in children’s books, cartoons, and songs. They are a favorite animal at zoos, charming yet peculiar-looking with their powerful hind legs, long tails, and pouches. Though kangaroos are beloved in the imagination, but reality of their relationship with humans is darker and more troubled. In this book, John Simon tackles the story of these marsupials—and their use and abuse—in global history.

In addition to describing the kangaroo’s physiology and lifecycle, Simons describes their role in indigenous Australian culture, their ill-fated first contact with Europeans, and their subsequent capture for zoos and relocation to establish wild populations in Japan and the United States. Simons also explores the connections between visual and cultural representations and the current controversy in Australia surrounding kangaroo hunting and eating. Demonstrating how the true diversity of the kangaroo population has frequently been reduced to a single stereotype, this book reveals how such misrepresentations now threaten the future of the species. A book for anyone concerned with animal welfare and conservation,Kangaroo is a pouch-sized and fascinating look at these unusual creatures.

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Kangaroo by John Simons 9781861899224 (Paperback, 2012)

Delivery
UK delivery is usually within 11 to 13 working days.
International delivery varies by country, please see the Wordery store help page for details.

Product details
Format:Paperback
Language of text:English
Isbn-13:9781861899224, 978-1861899224
Author:John Simons
Publisher:Reaktion Books
Series:Animal
Imprint:Reaktion Books
Publication date:2012-12-07
Pages:224
Product dimensions:139.7mm (w) x 203.2mm (h) x 19.05mm (d)


Overview
From Kanga and her son Roo in Winnie the Pooh to the boxing champ Hippety Hopper who punches Sylvester inLooney Tunes, kangaroos appear frequently in children’s books, cartoons, and songs. They are a favorite animal at zoos, charming yet peculiar-looking with their powerful hind legs, long tails, and pouches. Though kangaroos are beloved in the imagination, but reality of their relationship with humans is darker and more troubled. In this book, John Simon tackles the story of these marsupials—and their use and abuse—in global history.In addition to describing the kangaroo’s physiology and lifecycle, Simons describes their role in indigenous Australian culture, their ill-fated first contact with Europeans, and their subsequent capture for zoos and relocation to establish wild populations in Japan and the United States. Simons also explores the connections between visual and cultural representations and the current controversy in Australia surrounding kangaroo hunting and eating. Demonstrating how the true diversity of the kangaroo population has frequently been reduced to a single stereotype, this book reveals how such misrepresentations now threaten the future of the species. A book for anyone concerned with animal welfare and conservation,Kangaroo is a pouch-sized and fascinating look at these unusual creatures.
About Wordery
Wordery is one of the UK's largest online booksellers. With millions of satisfied customers who enjoy low prices on a huge range of books, we offer a reliable and trusted service and consistently receive excellent feedback.We offer a huge range of over 8 million books; bestsellers, children's books, cheap paperbacks, baby books, special edition hardbacks and textbooks. All our books are dispatched from the UK. Wordery offers Free Delivery on all UK orders, and competitively priced international delivery.#HappyReading