Schutt, Bill
Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781616207434
- author:
- Schutt, Bill
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Algonquin Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 20.83 x 13.97 x 2.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History by Bill Schutt For centuries, cannibalism has been viewed as a taboo and a horror, but zoologist Bill Schutt sets the record straight in this fascinating account. Schutt explores the role of cannibalism in biology, anthropology, and history, debunking common myths and shedding new light on this complex topic. From the natural world to human history, Schutt delves into the intriguing world of cannibalism, taking readers on a journey from the Arizona Chiricahua Mountains to the Sierra Nevadas. He investigates the Donner Party's infamous episode of cannibalism and even explores the preparation and consumption of human placenta. By examining the natural world and human history, Schutt reveals a more nuanced understanding of cannibalism, one that challenges our misconceptions and offers a fresh perspective on this complex phenomenon.
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