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In Praise of the Zoo

Alain de Botton returns for a new series of topical reflections. He explains why he's rediscovered wild animals and suggests a zoo trip as a perfect summer outing.

Following the birth of a baby moose in Whipsnade zoo - a rare event - Alain de Botton muses on the value of exotic animals in helping to give us perspective on our own lives. He explains why he's rediscovered wild animals and suggests a zoo trip as a perfect summer outing!

Producer: Adele Armstrong.

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10 minutes

Last on

Sun 10 Jul 2011 08:50

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  • Fri 8 Jul 2011 20:50
  • Sun 10 Jul 2011 08:50

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