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The Goldenbristled Boar: Last Ferocious Beast Of The Forest,New
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The Wild Boar Appears To Us As Something Straight Out Of A Myth. But As Jeffrey Greene Learned, These Creatures Are Very Real, Living By Night And, Despite Shrinking Habitats And Hordes Of Hunters, Thriving On Six Continents.Greene Purchased An Eighteenthcentury Presbytery In A Region Of Ponds And Forests In Northern Burgundy Between The Loire And Seine Rivers Of France. He Soon Discovered He?D Moved To One Of The Most Densely Populated Boar Areas In Europe. Following The Gift Of A Side Of Boar From A Neighbor, And A Dramatic Earlymorning Encounter With A Boarhunting Party And Its Prey, Greene Became Fascinated With The Animal And Immersed Himself In The Legend And The Reality Of The Wild Boar.Although It Has No Natural Enemies, The Boar Is In Constant Conflict With Humans. Most Societies Consider It A Pest, Not Only Wreaking Havoc On Crops And Livestock, But Destroying Golfcourse Greens In Search Of Worms, Even Creating A Hazard For Drivers (Hogs On The Roads Cause Over 14,000 Car Accidents A Year In France). It Has Also Been The Object Of Highly Ritualized Hunts, Dating Back To Classical Times.The Animal?S Remarkable Appearanceit Can Grow Larger Than A Person, And The Males Sport Prominent Tusks, Called 'Whetters' And 'Cutters'Has Inspired Artists For Centuries; Its Depictions Range From Primitive Masks To Works Of High Art Such As Pietro Tacca?S Porcellino And Paintings By Velzquez And Frans Snyders. The Boar Also Plays A Unique Role In Myth, Appearing In The Stories Of Hercules And Adonis As Well As In The Folktale Beauty And The Beast.The Author?S Search For The Elusive Animal Takes Him To Sardinia, Corsica, And Tuscany; He Even Casts An Eye To The American South, Where He Explores The Boar?S Feralpig Counterparts And Descendents. He Introduces Us To A Fascinating Cast Of Experts, From Museum Curators And Scientists To Hunters And Chefs (Who Share Their Recipes) To The Inhabitants Of Chateaux Who Have Lived In The Same Ancient Countryside With Generations Of Boars. They Are All Part Of A Journey Filled With Wonders And Discoveries About These Majestic Animals The Poet Robinson Jeffers Called 'Beautiful Monsters.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Golden-Bristled Boar'? A: The main theme of 'The Golden-Bristled Boar' revolves around the exploration of the wild boar as both a real animal and a mythological figure, highlighting its significance in culture, history, and nature.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Golden-Bristled Boar' is Jeffrey Greene.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Golden-Bristled Boar'? A: The book contains 200 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Golden-Bristled Boar' published? A: The book was published on March 30, 2011.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, this book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: What unique aspects does this book cover about wild boars? A: The book covers the biology, behavior, and cultural significance of wild boars, as well as personal anecdotes from the author's encounters and explorations related to these animals.
- Q: Does the author share any recipes in the book? A: Yes, the book includes contributions from chefs who share their recipes involving wild boar.
- Q: What regions does the author explore in relation to wild boars? A: The author explores regions such as Sardinia, Corsica, Tuscany, and the American South.
- Q: What is the significance of the wild boar in mythology? A: The wild boar holds a significant place in mythology, appearing in stories such as those of Hercules and Adonis, as well as in folktales like 'Beauty and the Beast'.