Bears, Owls, Tigers and Others! Philadelphia's Zoo, 1874-1949

Bears, Owls, Tigers And Others! Philadelphia's Zoo, 1874-1949 is a comprehensive historical account of the Philadelphia Zoo, from its establishment in 1874 to the year 1949. The book is written by Williams Biddle Cadwalader, who is an expert on the history of the Philadelphia Zoo and a former president of the Zoological Society of Philadelphia.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period in the zoo's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the zoo's early years, including its founding and the challenges it faced in its early days. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the zoo's expansion and modernization in the early 20th century, the impact of World War II on the zoo, and the various animals that have called the zoo home over the years.Throughout the book, Cadwalader provides detailed descriptions of the zoo's exhibits, as well as the various animals that have lived there. He also discusses the zoo's role in conservation efforts and its impact on the wider community. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and illustrations, providing a visual record of the zoo's history.Overall, Bears, Owls, Tigers And Others! Philadelphia's Zoo, 1874-1949 is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of zoos, the city of Philadelphia, or the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.