The Medici Giraffe and Other Tales of Exotic Animals and Power
By (author): "Marina Belozerskaya"
Publish Date:
2006
ISBN0316525650
ISBN139780316525657
AsinThe Medici Giraffe and Other Tales of Exotic Animals and Power
Original titleThe Medici Giraffe and Other Tales of Exotic Animals and Power
A fascinating exploration, spanning two thousand years, ofthe central role exotic animals have played in war, diplomacy, and thepomp of rulers and luminaries.