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A Short History of the World According to Sheep

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In A Short History of the World According to Sheep, Sally Coulthard provides a fascinating exploration of the sheep's impact on human civilisation. She delves into how these humble animals have influenced economies, cultures, and even landscapes throughout history, all while weaving in charming anecdotes and intriguing historical insights.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the pivotal role sheep have played in human history, culture, and economy. Packed with intriguing facts and anecdotes, it offers a unique perspective on how these humble creatures have shaped our world. Perfect for science and nature enthusiasts looking for a compelling read.

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A Short History of the World According to Sheep

A free-ranging survey of the huge impact that the domesticated ungulates of the genus Ovis have had on human history.

From the author of The Hedgehog Handbook, an addictively free-ranging survey of the huge impact that the domesticated ungulates of the genus Ovis have had on human history.

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Discover the enthralling story of one of mankind's most overlooked but impactful creatures in A Short History of the World According to Sheep by Sally Coulthard. Spanning millennia and continents, this remarkable book delves into how sheep have shaped human history, transforming societies, economies, and cultures from the dawn of civilisation to the modern era.

From the fertile crescent of ancient Mesopotamia, where early shepherds initiated the domestication of sheep around 11,000 years ago, to the sprawling sheep farms of present-day Australia, Coulthard expertly traces the journey of these extraordinary animals. Throughout, she paints a vibrant and engaging portrait of sheep as indispensable contributors to our diet, clothing, language, and even territorial conquests. As the reader is guided through centuries of sheep’s influence, the narrative reveals surprising and delightful anecdotes that celebrate their central role in human evolution and development.

With a tapestry of historical insights and compelling ovine facts, Coulthard eloquently highlights how sheep have not merely been passive bystanders in our story but active participants in shaping our world. She examines their critical role in economies, their symbolic presence in art and mythology, and their profound impact on our everyday lives, offering a fresh perspective on these humble yet remarkable creatures.

This title was published also in the United States under the title Follow the Flock.

'A snappy, stimulating book, and certainly not just for shepherds.' Mail on Sunday

'Full of fascinating social history.' Independent

'You won't look at a sheep in the same way again.' Country Living

Just as enlightening and captivating as Harari's Sapiens, A Short History of the World According to Sheep will undoubtedly find a cherished place on your bookshelf, offering knowledge, amusement, and a newfound appreciation for one of our most enduring and beneficial animal companions.

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A Short History of the World According to Sheep by Sally Coulthard is acclaimed for its intriguing and enlightening exploration of how sheep have influenced human history. Reviewers praise its fascinating vignettes, engaging anecdotes, and rich social history. It is described as stimulating and informative, appealing not just to shepherds but to a broad audience, and likened in impact to Harari's Sapiens.

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ISBN: 9781789544213

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 November 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Apollo

Illustration: 50 integrated b&w

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Sally Coulthard is a best selling author of design and outdoor living books including The Hedgehog Handbook, The Bee Bible, The Little Book of Snow, How to Build a Shed, Shed Chic, Gardenalia, The Little Book of Building Fires. She lives on a Yorkshire farm where she keeps chickens as well as – naturally – sheep.

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