Les bêtes qui rôdent, qui rongent, qui rampent à la ville
Jean-Baptiste de Panafieu
- Reading
- Read together in short stretches, pausing to notice each animal’s habitat and what it finds to eat; invite the reader to share city-animal observations.
- Themes
- Animals sharing urban space: The book covers pets, household creatures and wildlife in streets, gardens and parks, including animals that use human waste as food. Its overview takes an informational approach to the variety of animals living alongside people and the resources they use.
- Household animals labelled as nuisances: Some small animals are said to hide in homes and chew clothing, furniture or food supplies. The overview identifies practical damage but does not establish whether the book offers a broader judgement about these animals.
- Worth knowing
- Some small animals are described as damaging belongings or food indoors; wild visitors at night are also presented with a touch of mystery.