From Clara to Bokito: The Wilderness in Our Zoos
Our fascination for and exploitation of wild animals has a long history that reveals major social changes: from prestige projects for medieval monarchs to experiences for the general public.
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3 ResultsThe People's Bird On Belgians and their Pigeons
Until recently there was no country where pigeon racing was as widespread as in Belgium. Programmes on the radio devoted to the pigeon fancy were an indication of the position it held in the national culture. Not only pigeon racing but the...
Horsing Around in Vilvoorde
Derek Blyth discovers a monument to an English martyr, a traditional horsemeat restaurant and a waterfront that looks like Brooklyn.
