The Cow

A Natural and Cultural History

Professor Catrin Rutland

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Princeton University Press
11 May 2021

Reference works; Wildlife: mammals; Farm & working animals

A richly illustrated introduction to the science and history of the cow

We populate the countryside with cows the world over, and their familiar presence ensures that global demands for milk and beef are met. But with more than a billion cattle on the planet, the importance of cows extends well beyond food production. Cows are venerated by some religions and shunned by others; they provide leather for shoes, clothing, and other uses; and they have long been central to the agricultural way of life, working the fields, pulling carts, and providing fertilizer. The Cow is a comprehensive guide to help us understand these important animals, offering a wealth of information about their anatomy and behaviors, breed varieties, and place in human culture past and present. Exploring the cow’s livestock credentials and beyond, this book combines engaging and informative text, beautiful photographs, and explanatory diagrams to examine the cow's fascinating biology, its hard-wired behaviors, and its relationship with humankind.

Provides an in-depth look at the evolution of the cow, its role in agriculture, and the development of breeds Includes chapters on Anatomy & Biology, Society & Behavior, and Cattle & People Features a photographic directory of forty global cattle breeds

By: Professor Catrin Rutland
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 197mm,
ISBN: 9780691198705
ISBN 10: 0691198705
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 11 May 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Catrin Rutland is associate professor of anatomy and developmental genetics at the University of Nottingham, specializing in cardiovascular disorders and anatomy of humans and animals. She is the coauthor of The Chicken and The Horse (both Princeton) and has written on science for the Telegraph, Daily Mail, Independent, and Guardian newspapers. Twitter @catrinrutland