Barnes, Simon

History of the World in 100 Animals

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ISBN 13:: 9781471186325
author:: Barnes, Simon
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Simon & Schuster Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 480
Dimensions:: 24 x 16.8 centimeters (1.21 kg)
Genre:: Science, Nature, Wildlife,
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 10 working days

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The History of the World in 100 Animals by Simon Barnes is a fascinating exploration of the impact humans have had on the natural world. From the blue whale to the mosquito, 100 animals are chosen for their significant influence on human history and culture. These creatures have played a crucial role in shaping our world, from domesticating animals for food and transport to powering agriculture that made civilization possible. The book reveals how even seemingly insignificant species can have a profound effect on human society, such as the flea that threatened European civilization or the pigeons that enabled a major breakthrough in human thought. By examining the relationships between humans and animals, Barnes sheds light on our place within the natural world and challenges the notion of human uniqueness.

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