The politics of zoos : exotic animals and their protectors /

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by Donahue, Jesse.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Trump, Erik. Published by : Northern Illinois University Press, (DeKalb :) Physical details: xii, 224 p. : ill. ; 23 cm. Subject(s): Animal rights --United States. | Animal welfare --United States. | Zoos --Political aspects --United States. Year : 2006 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Bluefield High School 590.73 DON Available

Includes bibliographical references (p. [207]-212) and index.

Introduction: The political revolution -- Opening moves : protecting animals from indifference -- On the defensive : creating a strategy for survival -- A stronger zoo community : legislative and regulatory victories -- Species preservation : "the shimmering robe of light and goodness" -- Animal welfare issues revisited -- Conclusion: Elephants and the trajectory of zoo politics.