A Dog's History of the World: Canines and the Domestication of Humans - Rilegato

Hobgood-Oster, Laura

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ISBN 10: 1481300199 ISBN 13: 9781481300193

Casa editrice: Baylor Univ Pr, 2014

Riassunto

Canines and humans have depended upon one another for tens of thousands of years. Humans took the initial steps of domesticating canines, but somewhere through the millennia, dogs began dramatically to affect the future of their masters. In A Dog's History of the World, Laura Hobgood-Oster chronicles the canine-human story. From the earliest cave paintings depicting the primitive canine-human relationship to the modern model of dogs as family members, Hobgood-Oster reveals how the relationship has been marked by both love and exploitation.

Canines have aided and been heir to humankind's ever-increasing thirst for scientific advancements, empire building, and personal satisfaction. They have tested equipment for space exploration, fought beside us in war, and advanced countless industries. But Hobgood-Oster reminds us that, just as canines would not have flourished without humans, humans would not have flourished without canines.

They have been our healers, licking wounds and providing therapy to the sick and troubled for countless years. Weaving together archaeology, history, and literature, Laura Hobgood-Oster conclusively shows that humans would not be what they are without the presence and influence of canines, that the human-canine relationship has never been one sided, and that humanity's temptation to exploit canines is never far away.

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A surpassingly beautiful reflection replete with graceful stories and moving realities, this elegant book will open up every reader to the history, breadth and depth of a profoundly interesting cross-species communion.Paul Waldau, Associate Professor of Anthrozoology, Canisius College What makes this book special is not so much the topics addressed but the smart, balanced, and humane way in which Hobgood-Oster engages the conversation. The book gives even those familiar with the great dog debates new perspectives to think about, and for those who are not already immersed in the field, this is an excellent place to start.Anna Peterson, Professor, University of Florida Filled with fascinating information and thoughtful reflection, this book should be read by anyone who loves dogs or wants to understand people. --Roger S. Gottlieb, author of Engaging Voices: Tales of Morality and Meaning in an Age of Global Warming (Baylor University Press, 2011) and Spirituality: What it Is and Why it Matters

L'autore:

Laura Hobgood-Oster is Paden Chair and Professor of Religion and Environmental Studies, Southwestern University. She is the author of The Friends We Keep. She lives in Georgetown, Texas.

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• Editore: Baylor Univ Pr
• Data di pubblicazione: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1481300199
• ISBN 13: 9781481300193
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 188