"Fur, Fins, and Feathers: Abraham Dee Bartlett and the Invention of the Modern Zoo" by Cassandre Maxwell explores the life of Abraham Dee Bartlett, a pioneering figure in zoology and zoo management. The book chronicles Bartlett's innovations in animal care and exhibition, highlighting his vision for creating more naturalistic habitats for animals. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century societal changes and the evolution of public zoos, it delves into Bartlett's influence on animal welfare and his role in transforming how the public perceives wildlife. This narrative celebrates his legacy and the establishment of modern zoos as places of conservation and education. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 5 years.

There are 34 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2015 by William B Eerdmans Publishing Co .