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This book may appeal to you if you are intrigued by the fascinating relationship between humans and chickens, exploring themes from history, biology, and culture. It offers a unique perspective on how this humble bird has influenced society and our understanding of the natural world.
Chicken
Chicken Chicken meditates on the place of chickens in the world today, and includes a tribute to those who educate and advocate on behalf of these birds.
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Chicken introduces us to the surprisingly complex world of the chicken, tracing the evolution of jungle fowl and the domestication of chickens by humans.
Annie Potts describes the ways in which chickens experience the world, form families and friendships, communicate with each other, and play, bond and grieve. The author also explores practices such as egg-rolling, the cockfight, wishbone-pulling and chicken-swinging rituals, and provides a bestiary of bizarre supernatural chickens from around the world.
Chicken meditates on the place of chickens in the world today and includes a tribute to those who educate and advocate on behalf of these birds.
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Annie Potts's Chicken challenges readers to rethink their perceptions of chickens, portraying them as complex creatures with their own thoughts and feelings. The book blends historical and cultural analysis with stunning illustrations, offering insights into the chicken's role in literature, art, and national symbolism. Additionally, Potts observes the modern phenomenon of "heroic" and "avenging" chickens, reflecting growing opposition to industrial farming practices.
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ISBN: 9781861898586
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 December 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Illustration: 103 illustrations, 72 in colour
Audience: General / adult
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Weight: 0g
Pages: 216
About the Author
Annie Potts is an Associate Professor and Co-Director of the New Zealand Centre for Human-Animal Studies, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand.
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