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Of Tigers and Men: Entering the Age of Extinction

Grippingly told, beautifully written, this powerful blend of travel and nature writing follows Richard Ives, naturalist and safari tour leader, as he travels in the footsteps of India's tiger men, the heroic conservators who have been fighting a losing battle to save the animal they love. 15,000 prtint.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 304 pages

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