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PublisherGrand Central Publishing

ISBN-100446581771

ISBN-139780446581776

eBay Product ID (ePID)73064181

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Book TitleHope for Animals and Their World : How Endangered Species Are Being Rescued from the Brink

Number of Pages416 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicEnvironmental Conservation & Protection, Animals / Wildlife, Life Sciences / Zoology / Mammals, Endangered Species, Animal Rights

Publication Year2009

IllustratorYes

GenreNature, Science

AuthorJane Goodall

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.4 in

Item Weight27.1 Oz

Item Length9.2 in

Item Width6.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2009-011215

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal591.68

SynopsisFrom world-renowned scientist Jane Goodall, as seen in the new National Geographic documentary Jane , comes an inspiring message about the future of the animal kingdom. With the insatiable curiosity and conversational prose that have made her a bestselling author, Goodall - along with Cincinnati Zoo Director Thane Maynard - shares fascinating survival stories about the American Crocodile, the California Condor, the Black-Footed Ferret, and more; all formerly endangered species and species once on the verge of extinction whose populations are now being regenerated. Interweaving her own first-hand experiences in the field with the compelling research of premier scientists, Goodall illuminates the heroic efforts of dedicated environmentalists and the truly critical need to protect the habitats of these beloved species. At once a celebration of the animal kingdom and a passionate call to arms, HOPE FOR ANIMALS THEIR WORLD presents an uplifting, hopeful message for the future of animal-human coexistence. PRAISE FOR HOPE FOR ANIMALS AND THEIR WORLD "Goodall's intimate writing style and sense of wonder pull the reader into each account...The mix of personal and scientific makes for a compelling read." - Booklist "These accounts of conservation success are inspirational." - Publishers Weekly, Inspiring stories of the beloved animals once on the verge of extinction - whose populations are now being regenerated - from bestselling author Jane Goodall., From world-renowned scientist Jane Goodall, as seen in the new National Geographic documentary Jane , comes an inspiring message about the future of the animal kingdom. With the insatiable curiosity and conversational prose that have made her a bestselling author, Goodall - along with Cincinnati Zoo Director Thane Maynard - shares fascinating survival stories about the American Crocodile, the California Condor, the Black-Footed Ferret, and more; all formerly endangered species and species once on the verge of extinction whose populations are now being regenerated. Interweaving her own first-hand experiences in the field with the compelling research of premier scientists, Goodall illuminates the heroic efforts of dedicated environmentalists and the truly critical need to protect the habitats of these beloved species. At once a celebration of the animal kingdom and a passionate call to arms, Hope For Animals Their World presents an uplifting, hopeful message for the future of animal-human coexistence. Praise for Hope For Animals Their World "Goodall's intimate writing style and sense of wonder pull the reader into each account...The mix of personal and scientific makes for a compelling read."- Booklist "These accounts of conservation success are inspirational."- Publishers Weekly

LC Classification NumberQH75.G636 2009