02379cam a22003253u 4500 64029 UtSlPG 20260610134456.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QL Cornish, C. J. (Charles John), 1858-1906 Life at the Zoo: Notes and Traditions of the Regent's Park Gardens Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-12-12 Sonya Schermann, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Life at the Zoo: Notes and Traditions of the Regent's Park Gardens" by C. J. Cornish is a natural history account written in the late 19th century. The work encompasses observations and reflections regarding the animals in Regent's Park Zoo, detailing their daily lives, behaviors, and adaptations to the changing seasons. Cornish offers an intricate view of both the animals and the cultural significance surrounding the famed menagerie, presenting a unique blend of scientific inquiry and artistic appreciation. The opening of the book introduces readers to a winter day at the zoo, highlighting the surprising adaptability of its inhabitants to the severe cold. Through vivid descriptions, it showcases various species—from tropical birds reveling in the frost to a capybara seemingly unaffected by the wintry conditions. Cornish also notes the changes in the animals’ appearances and behaviors during colder months, remarking on their health and vitality while providing anecdotes about their interactions with visitors. The narrative sets a scene of curiosity and charm, inviting readers to explore the lives of the zoo’s residents in depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Zoos -- England -- London Regent's Park (London, England) Bolton, Gambier, 1854-1928 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64029 104853 104853