Ehrlich, Paul
In the Company of Crows and Ravens
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300122558
- author:
- Ehrlich, Paul
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 408
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 2.5 x 23.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Birds & birdwatching
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Crow Culture: A New Perspective The influence of crows and ravens on human culture is well-documented, from ancient cave paintings to modern art. However, the authors of this book argue that the relationship is not one-way: humans also profoundly impact crow culture, ecology, and evolution. By examining the complex interactions between humans and crows, John Marzluff and Tony Angell propose a new concept - "cultural coevolution". This book features over 100 original drawings that explore the ways in which people have influenced crow lives throughout history, as well as the significant ways in which crows have altered human lives. The authors' unique perspective challenges our understanding of the crow-human dynamic and invites us to consider the role that crows play in shaping our own culture. By exploring the entwined histories of crows and people, this book offers a thought-provoking discussion on the crow-human relationship and its implications for our cultural trajectory.