Obaysch

A Hippopotamus in Victorian London

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Paperback, 230 blz. | EN
Sydney University Press | e druk, 2019
ISBN13: 9781743325865
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Sydney University Press e druk, 2019 9781743325865
Onderdeel van serie Animal Publics
Verwachte levertijd ongeveer 16 werkdagen

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Obaysch: A Hippopotamus in Victorian London is the story of Obaysch the hippopotamus, the first 'star' animal to be exhibited in the London Zoo. Uncovering the circumstances of Obaysch's capture and exhibition, this book investigates the notion of a 'star' animal, as well as the cultural value that Obaysch accumulated.

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ISBN13:9781743325865
Taal:EN
Bindwijze:Paperback
Aantal pagina's:230
Uitgever:Sydney University Press

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