Mr. Hornaday's War: How a Peculiar Victorian Zookeeper Waged a Lonely Crusade for Wildlife That Changed the World

Autori

• Stefan Bechtel

Parametri

Pagine

272pagine

Tempo di lettura

10ore

• Biografie e pensieri
• Natura
• Natura, animali
• Saggistica
• Storia

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The biography explores the complex life of William Temple Hornaday, a prominent 19th-century conservationist known for his efforts to save the American bison. It delves into the contradictions in his actions, particularly highlighting a contentious exhibit at the Bronx Zoo. Through this examination, the book sheds light on Hornaday's legacy and the challenges he faced in balancing conservation with public perception and ethical considerations.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2012

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