Animals and Human Society 2e - Scanes, Colin G; Phillips, Clive
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Animals and Human Society: Impacts of Animals on People and People on Animals, Second Edition offers a comprehensive and research-driven exploration of the complex relationships between humans and animals. Written by leading authorities Colin Scanes and Samia Toukhsati, this book delves into the ways animals and people have mutually influenced each other throughout history. From agriculture and disease to culture, religion, and companionship, the text examines the multifaceted roles animals play across every aspect of human life. The updated edition is suitable for both technical and…mehr

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Animals and Human Society: Impacts of Animals on People and People on Animals, Second Edition offers a comprehensive and research-driven exploration of the complex relationships between humans and animals. Written by leading authorities Colin Scanes and Samia Toukhsati, this book delves into the ways animals and people have mutually influenced each other throughout history. From agriculture and disease to culture, religion, and companionship, the text examines the multifaceted roles animals play across every aspect of human life. The updated edition is suitable for both technical and non-technical readers, with a new introductory chapter grounding key biological concepts. This new edition revises all original chapters to reflect the latest research developments from the past decade. New chapters expand coverage to include animal ethics, welfare, anthrozoology, and zooarchaeology, enriching the reader’s understanding of contemporary issues. The inclusion of guest essays brings diverse interdisciplinary and global perspectives, making the volume a valuable resource for academics, industry professionals, and anyone interested in the biological and historical foundations of human-animal interactions.
Autorenporträt
Dr. Colin G. Scanes is Professor Emeritus of Ecology, Evolution & Behavior at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. He obtained his PhD from the University of Wales and his DSc from Hull University. His research interests include anthrozoology; animal physiology, nutrition, and production; and veterinary medicine. He has received numerous awards for his research in animal and agricultural sciences, most recently from the American Society of Animal Science. In addition to faculty positions with the University of Wisconsin, Iowa State University, and Mississippi State University, Dr. Scanes has worked various federal positions with the USDA, SANREM CRSP, DOE, and EPA FQPA. He has led the development of more than a dozen books, including the first edition of Animals and Human Society and seven editions of Sturkie's Avian Physiology.