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Author Shaler, Nathaniel Southgate, 1841-1906
Title Domesticated animals : Their relation to man and to his advancement in civilization
Note Reading ease score: 50.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents The dog -- The horse -- The flocks and herds; beasts for burden, food, and raiment -- Domesticated birds -- Useful insects -- The rights of animals -- The problem of domestication.
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Summary "Domesticated Animals: Their Relation to Man and to His Advancement in Civilization" by Nathaniel Southgate Shaler is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex relationship between humans and domesticated animals, emphasizing how this interaction has influenced human development and civilization over time. The opening chapters delve into the historical and evolutionary aspects of various domesticated animals, including dogs and horses, and their roles in shaping societies. At the start of the work, Shaler discusses the impact of domestication on human development and highlights the significant role domesticated animals have played in providing resources and fostering sympathetic connections between species. He outlines the history of domestication, focusing first on dogs and their companionship with humans, and later transitions into the discussion on horses, underlining the role these animals have served in warfare and agriculture. Shaler's narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how these relationships have shaped both human society and the animals involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class SF: Agriculture: Animal culture
Subject Domestic animals
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EBook-No. 25568
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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