The Pink Plastic Flamingo A Natural History Summary

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Jennifer Price’s essay “The Pink Plastic Flamingo: A Natural History” draws upon a cornucopia of historical evidence, both of the United States and other world cultures, to reveal to the audience--readers in America who may harbor an affinity for pop culture history--that the seemingly innocuous American flamingo, perched calmly on the lawns of Americans both North and South, is actually the product of a rich, flamboyant cultural tradition in the United States and in other civilizations. By giving such a varied and in-depth treatment of the origins of the pink flamingo--through a long, insightful narrative and figures of speech--Price reveals her respect for the eclectic and rich heritage that the United States has acquired. Price’s vivid

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