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Presenting a study of the significance of animals in early Christian thought, tradition, text and art, this text examines the diverse and often conflicting sources, from the pagan antecedents Aristotle and Pliny, to Biblical animal references and the Church fathers. It also provides fresh translations of key texts concerning animals - the Physiologus, Basils homilies and Isidores chapters.

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'A readable, erudite, and fascinating contribution to the history of Western civilization.' - International Review of Biblical Studies 'The work is very well referenced and there are 22 drawings ... It would make a good present for an animal lover or anyone interested in early church history, or the allegorical meaning of animals in early Christian art.' - Annals Australia

Grant has collected some very useful information in his newest book....Grant is an established scholar who brings his many skills to this volume....there are many gems here...it is an important contribution to this growing field of interest. <br>- Choice <br> Every academic library should...add this book to its collection not only for its relevance to biblical, Christian, and ancient studies but also animal conservation and humane treatment issues of our time. <br>- Review of Biblical Literature <br>

Grant has collected some very useful information in his newest book....Grant is an established scholar who brings his many skills to this volume....there are many gems here...it is an important contribution to this growing field of interest. - Choice Every academic library should...add this book to its collection not only for its relevance to biblical, Christian, and ancient studies but also animal conservation and humane treatment issues of our time. - Review of Biblical Literature

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Robert M. Grant

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