Description
Book SynopsisAlthough rarely seen in the wild, the otter is admired for its playful character and graceful aquatic agility, which were established in the popular imagination through books and films such as Tarka the Otter and Ring of Bright Water. This, however, is just a small part of their story - throughout history the otter has also been widely hunted for its fur and to prevent it from killing fish. Sadly, all thirteen species of otter are now considered threatened, and their survival is by no means certain. In Otter, Daniel Allen reveals how the animal's identity has been shaped by human interactions. This wide-ranging book includes anecdotes from folklore, sports and popular literature, as well as exploring the ongoing efforts towards the otter's conservation.
Trade Review"[A] fine furry paean."-- "Guardian" "A captivating account of our changing relationship with the otter."-- "BBC Wildlife" "Intriguing snippets of otter lore are contained within a beautifully presented volume as charming and captivating as its subject matter. . . . You will love this one."-- "Daily Mail"
Table of Contents1 Introducing the Otter 2 Folklore, Fables, Tradition and the Otter 3 Commercial Otter Hunting 4 Otter Hunting for Sport 5 The Literary Otter 6 The Otter On Screen 7 Protecting the Otter Appendix: Otter Data Timeline of the Otter References Select Bibliography Websites and Associations Acknowledgements Photo Acknowledgements Index
