Animals, Museum Culture and Children's Literature in Nineteenth-Century Britain

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Exploring the intersection of animals, museum culture, and children's literature in nineteenth-century Britain, this book examines how these elements influenced each other. It delves into the portrayal of animals in literature and their representation in museums, highlighting the educational and cultural roles they played in shaping children's understanding of the natural world. Through various literary works and museum practices, the text reveals how curiosity about animals fueled a broader interest in science and exploration during this period.