Home Life in All Lands—Book III—Animal Friends and Helpers

Name: Home Life in All Lands—Book III—Animal Friends and Helpers
Author: Charles Morris

By Charles Morris

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This volume surveys the animals that share human households and labors across the globe, arranging chapters on companion pets, single- and cloven-hoofed helpers, beasts of burden, food-yielding livestock, poultry and songbirds, pet monkeys, aquarium and small exotic pets, and wild species trained for service. It summarizes breeds and behaviors, practical uses in work and food production, and collects anecdotes illustrating intelligence, training methods, and human-animal relationships, combining natural-history description with practical and cultural notes.

About the Author

Charles Morris

Charles Morris was an American author and historian known for his extensive works on American history and notable events. His most recognized book, "A New History of the United States," provides a comprehensive overview of the nation's development from its early days to the present. Morris also contributed significantly to the genre of historical narrative with his series "Historic Tales: The Romance of Reality," which explores various cultural and historical themes across different nations. His writings are characterized by a blend of factual recounting and engaging storytelling, making history accessible and interesting to a broad audience.