Camel (Animal)-Robert Irwin

Reaktion Books

CamelAuthor(s): Robert Irwin\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Reaktion Books, United Kingdom\nImprint: Reaktion Books\nISBN-13: 9781861896490, 978-1861896490\nSynopsis\nA distinct symbol of the desert and the Middle East, the camel was once unkindly described as half snake, half folding bedstead. But in the eyes of many the camel is a creature of great beauty. This is most evident in the Arab world, where the camel has played a central role in the historical development of Arabic society. Beauty pageants are still held for camels in some Arabic countries, and an elaborate vocabulary and extensive literature have been devoted to them.\n\nIn Camel, Robert Irwin explores why the camel has fascinated so many cultures, including those in places where camels are not indigenous. He traces the history of the camel from its origins millions of years ago to the present day, discussing such matters of contemporary concern as the plight of camel herders in the Sudans war-torn Darfur region, the al.