"A well-written and provocative, opinion-rich account of zoos,
their history, and their goals and purposes. Hancocks has earned
the right to speak authoritatively about these subjects, thanks to
his tenure as director of two leading U. S. zoos. This book will
appeal to general readers and to all persons interested in zoos and
their role in conservation and education."--John Alcock, author of
"Animal Behavior: An Evolutionary Approach"
"Giraffes, elephants, gorillas, snakes, and toucans respond
poorly to the usual conventions of human architecture. Zoo
architects usually respond no less poorly to the needs of animals.
David Hancocks draws on a lifetime's experience working as a zoo
director and zoo architect to explore this dilemma, and offers a
compelling vision for the future. This is an important book for
those interested in conservation as well as for zoo and museum
buffs."--William Conway, former President and General Director of
the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Bronx Zoo
"For over two decades David Hancocks has fervently tried to
reform the fundamental character and mission of zoos. This book is
his most thorough analysis of what is wrong with them and his most
detailed and compelling plea for improvement. Every conscientious
zoo administrator, curator, and keeper should read it from cover to
cover with an open mind. Professionals in botanical gardens,
museums, and nature parks should also consider this treatise
because Hancocks advocates that a fusion of all of these
institutions into a new entity better positioned to interpret the
entire biosphere."-Mark A. Dimmitt, Director of Natural History,
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
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