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Thinkers of the Jungle

by Willie Smits, Gerd Schuster
RM47.76 MYR RM25.55 MYR 47% off
Thinkers of the Jungle - Thryft
Thinkers of the Jungle - Thryft

Insightful voyage into orangutans' endangered existence.

If you're someone who's moved by the beauty and complexity of the natural world, "Thinkers of the Jungle" will captivate you. It's a poignant mix of hard facts and the emotional reality of orangutans, with stunning visuals that bring their plight right to your fingertips. The book serves as an urgent reminder that our closest genetic relatives need our awareness and action. It's a rare chance to delve deep into the lives of these majestic creatures and the challenges they face - a truly enlightening read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Thinkers of the Jungle

by Willie Smits, Gerd Schuster
RM47.76 MYR RM25.55 MYR 47% off
ISBN: 9783833146237
Authors: Willie Smits, Gerd Schuster
Publisher: H. F. Ullmann
Date of Publication: 2014-11-15
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Science, Nature
Related Topics: Natural History, Biology, Animals, Environment, Ecology
Goodreads rating: 4.52
(rated by 48 readers)

Description

We all recognize these highly intelligent and impressive animals―orangutans. But very few people know anything about their habits and how they live. Around 6,000 of these animals die every year; they are among the world’s most endangered species. This book reveals the truth abouth the tragedy besetting the jungles of Borneo and Sumatra. The breathtaking and moving photographs cannot fail to trigger a strong emotional reaction on the part of the reader.
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Insightful voyage into orangutans' endangered existence.

If you're someone who's moved by the beauty and complexity of the natural world, "Thinkers of the Jungle" will captivate you. It's a poignant mix of hard facts and the emotional reality of orangutans, with stunning visuals that bring their plight right to your fingertips. The book serves as an urgent reminder that our closest genetic relatives need our awareness and action. It's a rare chance to delve deep into the lives of these majestic creatures and the challenges they face - a truly enlightening read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.