About the Author

Ronald Orenstein is a zoologist, lawyer and wildlife conservationist who has written extensively on a wide variety of ecology and conservation issues. He is currently the project director of the International Wildlife Coalition.

Reviews

'With deft prose and engaging anecdotes, Mr. Orenstein takes us skillfully through a vast amount of information packaged to be remembered without undue effort ... In essence, Mr. Orenstein's treatment is nothing short of masterly' Science Books and Films. 'Abounds with excellent colour photographs. Recommended for all public and academic libraries' Library Journal.