The Cattle of the World

von Edward Herbert Miner

156 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"The Cattle of the World" is a comprehensive and visually descriptive exploration of bovine species across the globe. This work provides a detailed survey of various cattle breeds, tracing their origins, development, and significant roles in human civilization. From the rugged highlands of Scotland to the vast plains of the Americas, the text examines the diverse physical characteristics and utility of these essential domesticated animals.Combining elements of zoology, history, and agriculture, the book offers readers an in-depth look at how different environments and selective breeding have shaped the cattle we know today. It highlights the importance of cattle in economy, nutrition, and labor, making it a valuable resource for those interested in animal husbandry and the natural world. The work serves as an authoritative guide to various types of beef and dairy cattle, as well as their wild relatives. It remains a significant historical record of livestock diversity and the enduring relationship between humans and their herds, presented through an informative lens that appeals to both specialists and general enthusiasts of natural history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025435114
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press