Some Talk About Animals and Their Masters

Originally published in 1844, this book is a witty and insightful look at the relationship between humans and animals. Drawing on a wide range of literary and historical sources, the author explores the complex and often humorous ways in which animals have shaped human culture and imagination. With its lively prose and astute observations, this book is a joy to read for anyone interested in the history of ideas.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.