Return of the Crazy Bird

The Sad, Strange Tale of the Dodo

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Zoology, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching
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Author: Clara Pinto-Correia ISBN: 9780387216836
Publisher: Springer New York Publication: April 18, 2006
Imprint: Copernicus Language: English
Author: Clara Pinto-Correia
ISBN: 9780387216836
Publisher: Springer New York
Publication: April 18, 2006
Imprint: Copernicus
Language: English

Using the history of the concept of extinction with the dodo as a case study, Pinto-Correia carefully weaves together story fragments to give a cohesive eye-opening view of 17th century exploration and the grave ramifications it had for the survival and extinction of many species. More importantly, she shows us the intellectual underpinnings of the old view that it was acceptable for some animals to die out. Within this narrative, we can see what the modern view of the dodo tells us about the history of our changing understanding and valuation of nature and our place in it. Strong writing, powered by lively historical anecdotes and sober insights into human behavior, makes this beautifully illustrated book a page-turner to the end.

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Using the history of the concept of extinction with the dodo as a case study, Pinto-Correia carefully weaves together story fragments to give a cohesive eye-opening view of 17th century exploration and the grave ramifications it had for the survival and extinction of many species. More importantly, she shows us the intellectual underpinnings of the old view that it was acceptable for some animals to die out. Within this narrative, we can see what the modern view of the dodo tells us about the history of our changing understanding and valuation of nature and our place in it. Strong writing, powered by lively historical anecdotes and sober insights into human behavior, makes this beautifully illustrated book a page-turner to the end.

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