The Ocean at Home An Illustrated History of the Aquarium
| Author/creator | Brunner, Bernd Author |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | 2nd ed.,Enlarged,Revised |
| Publication Info | London : Reaktion Books, Limited Chicago : Chicago Distribution Center [Distributor] |
| Description | 160 p. ill 23.400 x 014.000 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Public Library Complete |
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| Summary | Annotation The mysterious world beneath the oceans surface and its inhabitants have captivated humanity for centuriesthe Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and ancient Chinese all kept fish in their homes to observe and admire. But it was not until the nineteenth-century invention of the aquarium that the deep was truly domesticated, offering the curious a chance to create an indoor exotic sea world, in miniature.InThe Ocean at Home, Bernd Brunner traces the development of the aquarium from the Victorian era to the present day. Along the way, in this fascinating history, Brunner provides insight into the cultural and social circumstances that accompanied the aquariums swift rise in popularity. Brunner tells a compelling story of obsession, discovery, and delightfrom the aquariums origin as a tool for scientific observation to the Victorian eras elaborately decorated containers of curiosity, to the great public aquariums that are popular in cities around the world today.Featuring more than 100 illustrations, this updated edition ofThe Ocean at Homeoffers a colorful and captivating look at how a Victorian obsession still enchants many today. Both the owner of a humble goldfish bowl and the dazzled spectator at major public aquariums will findThe Ocean at Homean appealing and knowledgable guide to the aquatic worlds we create. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9781861898166 |
| ISBN | 1861898169 (Trade Paper) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9781861898166 |
| Stock number | 00314465 |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |