An Introduction to Animals and Visual Culture [electronic resource] /
Malamud, R.author.
A fascinating exploration of the way in which animals are 'framed' - contextualized, decontextualized - in contemporary visual culture. Written in a highly engaging style, this book challenges the field, dealing with some highly controversial aspects of animal exploitation and boldly examines material that is seldom discussed within animal studies.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction: Framed Animals -- Famous Animals -- Photographic Animals -- Film Animals -- Pornographic Animals -- Weird Animals -- Zoo Animals.
A fascinating exploration of the way in which animals are 'framed' - contextualized, decontextualized - in contemporary visual culture. Written in a highly engaging style, this book challenges the field, dealing with some highly controversial aspects of animal exploitation and boldly examines material that is seldom discussed within animal studies.
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