{"product_id":"the-goat-a-natural-and-cultural-history-hardcover","title":"The Goat: A Natural and Cultural History - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSue Weaver\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA richly illustrated introduction to the goat--from livestock to beloved pet\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt may come as no surprise that goats are highly intelligent. They are also curious, gentle, independent, social, and full of character. Among the first domesticated animals, goats are increasingly appreciated today as pets and for their adaptability to a wide variety of environmental conditions. \u003ci\u003eThe Goat \u003c\/i\u003eis a comprehensive, illustrated exploration of the natural and cultural history of this important animal. With engaging text, infographics, and diagrams, and some 250 beautiful color photographs, the book offers a wealth of information and insights about the goat's distinctive biology and place in human culture, from ancient times to today. Chapters on Domestication, Anatomy \u0026amp; Biology, Society \u0026amp; Behavior, Goat Management, and Goats \u0026amp; People are followed by a visually stunning photographic directory to forty-eight popular breeds, with information about each. \u003ci\u003eThe Goat \u003c\/i\u003ewill enchant anyone with an interest in, or a love for, these animals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a comprehensive, illustrated introduction to the natural and cultural history of the goat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures clear and engaging text plus infographics, diagrams, and some 250 stunning color photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes chapters on Domestication, Anatomy \u0026amp; Biology, Society \u0026amp; Behavior, Goat Management, and Goats \u0026amp; People, as well as a photographic directory to forty-eight popular breeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSue Weaver \u003c\/b\u003eis an expert on goats and sheep and the author of many books on livestock and poultry, including \u003ci\u003eMini Goats: Everything You Need to Know to Keep Miniature Goats in the City, Country, or Suburbs.\u003c\/i\u003e She writes for the magazine \u003ci\u003eHobby Farms\u003c\/i\u003e and lives in Arkansas, where she keeps goats, sheep, horses, chickens, a donkey, a llama, and a pet razorback hog.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 x 9.6 x 8.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 13, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51769025659168,"sku":"9780691191331","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/135e29c84bc9cec844ce3da42fbacd6e.webp?v=1780341264","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-goat-a-natural-and-cultural-history-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}