A01=Daniel Heath Justice
Author_Daniel Heath Justice
biology
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crops
determination
dexterity
domestication
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evolution
film
folklore
guardians of the galaxy
habitat
human-animal relationships
hunting
intelligence
marvel
masked bandits
media
mischief
mythology
nature
nonfiction
opportunism
popular culture
race
racism
religion
scavenger
science
spirituality
temples
theft
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wilderness
zoology
Product details
- ISBN 9781789144246
- Dimensions: 135 x 190mm
- Publication Date: 14 Jun 2021
- Publisher: Reaktion Books
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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Masked bandits of the night, raiders of farm crops and rubbish bins, raccoons are notorious for their indifference to human property and propriety, yet they are also admired for their intelligence, dexterity and determination. Raccoons have also thoroughly adapted to human-dominated environments; they are thriving in numbers greater than at any point of their evolutionary history... including in new habitats.
Raccoon surveys the natural and cultural history of this opportunistic omnivore, tracing its biological evolution, social significance, and image in a range of media and political contexts. From intergalactic misanthropes and despoilers of ancient temples to coveted hunting quarry, unpredictable pet, and symbols of wilderness and racial stereotype alike, Raccoon offers a lively consideration of this misunderstood outlaw species.
Daniel Heath Justice (Cherokee Nation) is Professor of Critical Indigenous Studies and English at the University of British Columbia. He is the author of Badger (Reaktion Books, 2015).
