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The Wild Duck Chase: Inside the Strange and Wonderful World of the Federal Duck Stamp Contest,Used
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The Wild Duck Chase takes readers into the peculiar world of competitive duck painting as it played out during the 2010 Federal Duck Stamp Contestthe only juried art competition run by the U.S. government. Since 1934, the duck stamp, which is bought annually by hunters to certify their hunting license, has generated more than $750 million, and 98 cents of each collected dollar has been used to help purchase or lease 5.3 million acres of waterfowl habitat in the U.S.the core of the National Wildlife Refuge System. As Martin J. Smith chronicles in his revealing narrative, within the microcosm of the duck stamp contest are intense ideological and cultural clashes between the mostly rural hunters who buy the stamps and the mostly suburban and urban birders and conservationists who decry the hunting of waterfowl. At issue is preserving the habitat of ducks and other waterfowl for all to enjoy: If the number of hunters continues to decreaseand unless nature lovers support the duck stamp programthis landmark conservation effort faces possible extinction. The competition also fuels dynamic tensions between competitors and judges, and among the invariably ambitious, sometimes obsessive, and often eccentric artistsincluding Minnesota's three fabled Hautman brothers, the "New York Yankees" of competitive duck painting. Martin Smith takes readers down an arcane and uniquely American rabbit hole into a wonderland of talent, ego, art, controversy, scandal, big money, and migratory waterfowl.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Wild Duck Chase'? A: 'The Wild Duck Chase' explores the unique and competitive world of duck painting, particularly focusing on the Federal Duck Stamp Contest and the cultural clashes between hunters and conservationists.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Wild Duck Chase'? A: The author of 'The Wild Duck Chase' is Martin J. Smith.
- Q: When was 'The Wild Duck Chase' published? A: 'The Wild Duck Chase' was published on September 18, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Wild Duck Chase' have? A: 'The Wild Duck Chase' contains 272 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Wild Duck Chase' have? A: 'The Wild Duck Chase' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'The Wild Duck Chase' suitable for readers interested in wildlife conservation? A: Yes, 'The Wild Duck Chase' provides insights into wildlife conservation efforts, particularly regarding waterfowl habitat preservation.
- Q: What makes the Federal Duck Stamp Contest significant? A: The Federal Duck Stamp Contest is significant as it is the only juried art competition run by the U.S. government and plays a crucial role in funding wildlife conservation.
- Q: Does 'The Wild Duck Chase' discuss the rivalry among artists? A: Yes, the book highlights the dynamic tensions and rivalries among the artists participating in the duck stamp contest.
- Q: What kind of readers would enjoy 'The Wild Duck Chase'? A: 'The Wild Duck Chase' would appeal to readers interested in art, competitive painting, wildlife conservation, and the cultural aspects of hunting.
- Q: Are there any notable figures mentioned in 'The Wild Duck Chase'? A: Yes, the book features notable figures like the Hautman brothers, who are renowned in the field of competitive duck painting.