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A Postmortem Biography, or, The Adventures of a Snowy Owl.

Authors :
Dizdar, Ivana
Delue, Rachael Z.
Source :
Grey Room. Winter2025, Issue 98, p104-125. 22p.
Publication Year :
2025

Abstract

The article "A Postmortem Biography, or, The Adventures of a Snowy Owl" delves into the life and fate of a taxidermy snowy owl at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Through the owl's perspective, the text explores its capture, journey to London, and eventual display as a cautionary tale. It also examines the owl's significance in Inuit culture, its portrayal in art and literature, and its symbolic value in colonial and global contexts. The article reflects on human-animal relationships, cultural exchange, and the interconnectedness of beings and realms, providing a list of references related to owls and their cultural significance in various contexts. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15263819
Issue :
98
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Grey Room
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
181705746
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1162/grey_a_00421