01223nas 2200361-a 450 99633552640331620240413024254.0(CKB)110994185126150(CONSER)sn-86002674-(MiAaPQ)55431(EXLCZ)9911099418512615019861126a19859999 k-- aengtxtrdacontentcrdamediacrrdacarrierMarin independent journalNovato, Marin County, Calif. California Newspapers1 online resourceOn Sundays published as: Sunday Marin independent journal, Sept. 7, 1986-Print version: Marin independent journal. 0891-5164 (DLC)sn 86002674 (OCoLC)14879653 Marin County (Calif.)NewspapersSonoma County (Calif.)NewspapersCaliforniaMarin CountyfastCaliforniaSonoma CountyfastMarin County (Calif.)NewspapersSonoma County (Calif.)NewspapersNewspapers.fastNEWSPAPER996335526403316exl_impl conversionMarin independent journal2399529UNISA02486nam 22005053 450 991100893950332120231202060308.097817891482061789148200(MiAaPQ)EBC30979662(Au-PeEL)EBL30979662(CKB)29127008100041(Exl-AI)30979662(OCoLC)1411309429(Perlego)4304367(EXLCZ)992912700810004120231202d2024 uy 0engurcnu||||||||txtrdacontentcrdamediacrrdacarrierSloth1st ed.London :Reaktion Books, Limited,2024.©2023.1 online resource (191 pages)Animal SeriesPrint version: Rauch, Alan Sloth London : Reaktion Books, Limited,c2024 9781789147995 Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Contents -- Preface -- 1. The Modern Sloth -- 2. Anatomy and Physiology -- 3. Sloth Species and Evolution -- 4. The Sin of Sloth and the Sloths of Sin -- 5. Sloths in Culture -- 6. Sloths, Conservation and Eco-Awareness -- Timeline -- References -- Select Bibliography -- Associations and Websites -- Acknowledgements -- Photo Acknowledgements -- Index.Alan Rauch's book 'Sloth' explores the fascinating world of sloths, from their modern-day existence to their ancient ancestors, the giant ground sloths. The book delves into the anatomy, physiology, and evolution of sloth species, highlighting their unique adaptations and ecological significance. Rauch also examines the cultural and symbolic representations of sloths, as well as the challenges they face in terms of conservation and eco-awareness. The author aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of sloths, appealing to readers interested in natural history, zoology, and conservation. The book serves as a resource for those curious about the enigmatic nature of these creatures and their place in both history and contemporary culture.Generated by AI.Animal SeriesSlothsGenerated by AISloths, FossilGenerated by AISlothsSloths, Fossil599.313Rauch Alan1826937MiAaPQMiAaPQMiAaPQBOOK9911008939503321Sloth4395002UNINA