by Stan Huskey
First published 2016
Stan Huskey traces the remarkable evolution of a Pennsylvania zoo that began in 1924 with just 16 acres and a handful of donated animals given to Norristown borough. What started as little more than a small farm has undergone dramatic transformation over recent decades. Huskey documents the zoo's expansion and ongoing revitalization, highlighting memorable animal residents including an owl that became Temple University's mascot and a bald eagle that serves as a regular presence at Philadelphia Eagles NFL games. The author examines how modern additions like zip lines and giraffe exhibits reflect the zoo's forward-thinking vision, which includes plans for additional exhibits, a new restaurant, and development of another 20 acres of land.
Genres: biography, history, animals, non-fiction
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: transformation
Setting: Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Period: 1924, recent decades
99 pages · Kindle Edition · Arcadia Publishing