Zoo Culture by Bob Mullan
Why do people go to zoos? Is the role of zoos to entertain or to educate?In this provocative book, the authors demonstrate that zoos tell us as
much about humans as they do about animals and suggest that while animals
may not need zoos, urban societies seem to.
A new introduction takes note of dramatic changes in the perceived role
of zoos that have occurred since the book's original publication.
Bob Mullan and Garry Marvin delve into the assumptions about animals
that are embedded in our culture. . . . A thought-provoking glimpse of
our own ideas about the exotic, the foreign. -- Tess Lemmon, BC
Wildlife Magazine
A thoughtful and entertaining guided tour. -- David White,
New Society
An] unusual and intriguing combination of historical survey, psychological
enquiry, and compendium of fascinating facts. -- Evening Standard
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780297792222 |
| ISBN 10 | 0297792229 |
| Title | Zoo Culture |
| Author | Bob Mullan |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Orion Publishing Co |
| Year published | 1987-11-05 |
| Number of pages | 228 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |