Coulthard, Sally
A Short History of the World According to Sheep
- ISBN 13:
- 9781789544213
- author:
- Coulthard, Sally
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Apollo
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimeters (0.26 kg
- Genre:
- History, General, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Sheep have been at the heart of human history for nearly 11,000 years, playing a pivotal role in shaping our society and culture. From ancient Mesopotamia to modern-day Australia, these remarkable animals have fed us, clothed us, changed our diet and language, and financed the conquest of large swathes of the earth. Sally Coulthard's engaging narrative weaves together fascinating anecdotes and extraordinary facts about sheep, revealing just how central they are to almost every aspect of human society. This book is a stimulating read, full of surprising insights into the social history of our relationship with sheep. With its vivid and colourful storytelling, this title is sure to change the way you think about sheep forever.
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