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A noted nature writer eloquently tells us why we must change the way we treat animals in captivity if they are to survive, prosper, and enrich our lives.Brimming with fascinating true animal stories, The Modern Ark is a thought-provoking examination of the revolutionary changes occurring over the course of the history of zoos and into their future -- from abandoning cement-paved mazes to adopting completely natural landscapes. What once started as symbols of prestige, a plaything of the aristocracy, are now educational centers, developing advanced technologies in the race to conserve all that remains of the natural world. The book captures the daily struggles zoos confront, and is essential reading for anyone who cares about the future of animals -- both captive and free.