Giraffe

(Paperback)

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Giraffes have long attracted human curiosity and respect. Their extraordinarily long necks, distinctive camouflage, graceful movements and friendly nature make them one of the most fascinating animals on the planet. But while giraffes once roamed the Great Plains of Africa in huge herds, their numbers have greatly decreased and they are now entirely dependent on humanity for their survival. In Giraffe, Edgar Williams explores not only the biology of giraffes, but also their impact on human history.

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'Williams presents a strong history of giraffes in the human context ... Williams's book has tremendous warmth, and illustrations from prehistory to the present reinforce our evolving sense of wonder at this gentle long-necked giant.' - TLS 'a survey of the evolutionary history, physiology and ecology of the animal and a serendipitous account of its appearances in art, lore and literature, all profusely illustrated ... informative and useful enough to justify a place on library shelves.' - African Research and Documentation

Author Bio

Edgar Williams is Reader in the Faculty of Health, Sport and Science at the University of Glamorgan.