Dian and the Gorillas
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Author Description
Over The Years Hunters, Poachers, And War Have Killed Many Of The Gorillas Of Central Africa. But There Are Still A Few Hundred Living High In The Mists Of The Virunga Mountains. When Dian Fossey First Saw A Family Of Wild Mountain Gorillas In The Virungas She Knew That She Must Help These Wonderful Animals. This True Story Tells Of The Twenty Years She Lived With Them, Watched Them, Wrote About Them, And Protected Them. In The End, She Gave Her Life For Them.--back Cover.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the life and conservation efforts of Dian Fossey, focusing on her dedication to protecting the endangered mountain gorillas of the Virunga Mountains. Norma Shapiro presents a biographical account of Fossey’s twenty-year commitment to observing and defending these primates against the threats of poaching and habitat destruction. The narrative utilizes historical records and biographical details to illustrate the personal sacrifices Fossey made to ensure the survival of the species.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A detailed account of Dian Fossey’s twenty-year residency in the Virunga Mountains.
- Historical context regarding the threats posed by poachers and regional conflict to gorilla populations.
- Biographical evidence of Fossey’s methodology in primate observation and protection.
- An examination of the environmental challenges facing Central African wildlife.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Readers frequently note that this text serves as an accessible introduction to the life and work of Dian Fossey. Experts highlight the book as a concise overview of the conservation challenges faced by mountain gorillas in the late twentieth century.
Page Count:
83
Publication Date:
1900-01-01
ISBN-10:
0194248135
ISBN-13:
9780194248136
Biography
Nature
Animals
Africa
Conservation
