Author: David Grazian Publisher: Princeton University Press ISBN: 0691178429 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 346
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A close-up look at the contradictions and wonders of the modern zoo Orangutans swing from Kevlar-lined fire hoses. Giraffes feast on celebratory birthday cakes topped with carrots instead of candles. Hi-tech dinosaur robots growl among steel trees, while owls watch animated cartoons on old television sets. In American Zoo, sociologist David Grazian takes us on a safari through the contemporary zoo, alive with its many contradictions and strange wonders. Trading in his tweed jacket for a zoo uniform and a pair of muddy work boots, Grazian introduces us to zookeepers and animal rights activists, parents and toddlers, and the other human primates that make up the zoo's social world. He shows that in a major shift away from their unfortunate pasts, American zoos today emphasize naturalistic exhibits teeming with lush and immersive landscapes, breeding programs for endangered animals, and enrichment activities for their captive creatures. In doing so, zoos blur the imaginary boundaries we regularly use to separate culture from nature, humans from animals, and civilization from the wild. At the same time, zoos manage a wilderness of competing priorities—animal care, education, scientific research, and recreation—all while attempting to serve as centers for conservation in the wake of the current environmental and climate-change crisis. The world of the zoo reflects how we project our own prejudices and desires onto the animal kingdom, and invest nature with meaning and sentiment. A revealing portrayal of comic animals, delighted children, and feisty zookeepers, American Zoo is a remarkable close-up exploration of a classic cultural attraction.
Author: Richard Conniff Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company ISBN: 0393345785 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 353
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A tantalizing, droll study of the idiosyncratic existence of the very rich, through the unexpected lens of the naturalist. Journalist Richard Conniff probes the age-old question "Are the rich different from you and me?" and finds that they are indeed a completely different animal. He observes with great humor this socially unique species, revealing their strategies for ensuring dominance and submission, their flourishes of display behavior, the intricate dynamics of their pecking order, as well as their unorthodox mating practices. Through comparisons to other equally exotic animals, Conniff uncovers surprising commonalities.
Author: Linda K. Fuller Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA ISBN: 0313379955 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 246
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This text provides a unique examination of The Christian Science Monitor, a highly respected, venerable news publication that has survived over a century of changes and challenges. The Christian Science Monitor is one of the world's leading journalistic publications, having won multiple Pulitzer prizes for its reporting. CSM is innovative and forward-thinking as well—it was one of the first newspapers to provide an online copy of its daily reporting in 1996, well before the popularization of the Internet. But just like other publications, The Christian Science Monitor will need to continue to reinvent itself in order to stay relevant and solvent in the face of plummeting readership numbers, corporate takeovers, and a widespread assumption that all of today's news sources are biased and inaccurate. This book provides a thorough discussion of CSM's treatment of sensitive topics like terrorism, international crises, gender issues, and sexual orientation. The paper's attitudes toward ethnicity, ethics, economics, philosophy, and racism are also profiled. The conclusion provides readers with an opportunity to draw upon their new knowledge of The Christian Science Monitor's past to project its direction for the future.
Author: Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 184
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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.
Author: DK Eyewitness Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1465482202 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 160
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DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Vienna is your guide to the very best of the city of Vienna. Packed with culture and activities for travelers to enjoy, our Top 10 Travel Guide to Vienna is a must-pack resource for discovering the best of Vienna. From the best venues to concerts to information on historic palaces and gardens, we've included ideas for experiencing Vienna for every budget. Try local delicacies like Viennese cakes at the city's best restaurants and bakeries, or explore the Vienna's bars and clubs to experience the city's nightlife. True to its name, this Top 10 guidebook covers all major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you. The perfect travel companion: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Vienna
Author: DK Eyewitness Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0744089913 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 280
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A city that emanates elegance, Vienna wows with its monumental palaces, grand boulevards, shimmering ballrooms and decadent café culture. Make the most of your trip to this beautiful city with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Vienna has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Vienna is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Vienna you will find: - Top 10 lists of Vienna’s must-sees, including Stephansdom, the Hofburg, the Belvedere and Hundertwasserhaus - Vienna's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink and shopping - Themed lists, including the best art galleries, music venues, Viennese dishes, things to do for free and much more - Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week - A laminated pull-out map of Vienna, plus six full-color area maps Looking for more on Vienna’s history, culture and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Vienna or DK Eyewitness Austria. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.
Author: Quentin Letts Publisher: Constable ISBN: 1472121996 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 356
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The Rev Tom Ross's quiet and semi-alcoholic life as chaplain to the Speaker of the House of Commons is about to be shattered. Pastor Petroc Stone of a central London, evangelical church gives sanctuary to a young man being chased by the police for making an anti-Islamic protest. Politicians rage about the Church of England giving a safe haven to a dangerous criminal and Islamists surround the church building, furious at the boy's insult. Meanwhile, the charismatic, white-maned Don of Doubt, Augustus Dymock, and his secular campaign, the Thought Foundation, are pressuring the Church to sell hundreds of its under-used places of worship. As the stories twist and flow together, Ross finds himself caught up in a world of bribes, violence and political spin and, at high personal cost, he must confront his demons. The Speaker's Wife mixes Westminster intrigue with searching depictions of an England which has neglected its beliefs. Laugh-aloud satire is mixed with moving passages about the human condition and even a fairytale love story.
Author: Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 184
Book Description
Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.
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