Elephant by Errol Fuller (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Elephant by Errol Fuller In this stunningly illustrated volume, Fuller provides a rich and moving portrait of elephants, exploring their natural history, the legends that have grown up around them, their unique place in art and literature, and their urgent need for protection today. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A lavishly illustrated celebration of these glorious animals-and a poignant lament for their futureElephants are among the most beloved of all creatures. Their behavior can seem almost human, from their complex social interactions to their need to mourn their dead. They are also among the most persecuted of animals, subjected to untold cruelty at the hands of humans through the ages. In this stunningly illustrated book, Errol Fuller provides a rich and moving portrait of elephants, exploring their natural history, the legends that have grown up around them, their unique place in art and literature, and their urgent need for protection today.Fuller traces the evolution of these majestic animals from prehistoric mammoths and mastodons to todays African and Asian elephants, and looks at their behavior, herd dynamics, and social life. He examines the role of elephants in cultures around the world, from folklore and fine art to the exploitation of elephants as war machines and circus animals. Fuller also discusses the importance of conservation, warning that continued poaching and habitat degradation could send these iconic animals the way of the dodo.Featuring many evocative photos never before published, Elephant is a fittingly exquisite tribute to these breathtaking creatures. Author Biography Errol Fuller is an acclaimed writer and painter and a world authority on animal extinction and the curiosities of natural history. His many books include the award-winning Extinct Birds as well as Lost Animals: Extinction and the Photographic Record (Princeton), Dodo: From Extinction to Icon, The Great Auk, and Drawn from Paradise (with David Attenborough). Review "Elephant truly is a remarkable work, replete with deeply moving and highly informative images and text."---Marc Bekoff, Animal Emotions"A beautifully illustrated tribute to one of the worlds most persecuted species."---Brian Jackman, Travel Africa"Fullers concise text, giving biological and historical background, is lively and informative."---Laurence A. Marshall, Natural History"[Fuller] has a gift of using simple and succinct language when conveying the most important points about elephants."---Lucy Brett-Crowther, International Journal of Environment Studies Long Description A lavishly illustrated celebration of these glorious animals-and a poignant lament for their futureElephants are among the most beloved of all creatures. Their behavior can seem almost human, from their complex social interactions to their need to mourn their dead. They are also among the most persecuted of animals, subjected to untold cruelty at the hands of humans through the ages. In this stunningly illustrated book, Errol Fuller provides a rich and moving portrait of elephants, exploring their natural history, the legends that have grown up around them, their unique place in art and literature, and their urgent need for protection today.Fuller traces the evolution of these majestic animals from prehistoric mammoths and mastodons to todays African and Asian elephants, and looks at their behavior, herd dynamics, and social life. He examines the role of elephants in cultures around the world, from folklore and fine art to the exploitation of elephants as war machines and circus animals. Fuller also discusses the importance of conservation, warning that continued poaching and habitat degradation could send these iconic animals the way of the dodo.Featuring many evocative photos never before published, Elephant is a fittingly exquisite tribute to these breathtaking creatures. Review Quote "In this fascinating, informative, and beautifully illustrated book, Errol Fuller traces the cultural and historic significance of Elephants while also presenting them in their evolutionary context. A thoroughly enjoyable read." --Lucy Bates, University of Sussex Promotional "Headline" This large-format, lavishly illustrated book, with almost 200 images, is a celebration - and maybe lament - for all things pachyderm. Details ISBN0691191328 Author Errol Fuller Pages 288 Publisher Princeton University Press Year 2019 ISBN-10 0691191328 ISBN-13 9780691191324 Format Hardcover Imprint Princeton University Press Place of Publication New Jersey Country of Publication United States Language English DEWEY 599.67 Publication Date 2019-09-03 UK Release Date 2019-09-03 NZ Release Date 2019-09-03 US Release Date 2019-09-03 Illustrations 202 color illus. Audience General AU Release Date 2019-11-10 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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