Thirty Years War For Wildlife: Gains And Losses In The Thankless Task (1931)

By William T. Hornaday

Book Overview

The book ""Thirty Years War For Wildlife: Gains And Losses In The Thankless Task"" was written by William T. Hornaday and published in 1931. The book is a comprehensive account of the author's experiences in wildlife conservation efforts over a period of thirty years. Hornaday was a prominent American zoologist, conservationist, and author who played a key role in the early conservation movement in the United States.The book covers a wide range of topics related to wildlife conservation, including the history of the conservation movement, the challenges faced by conservationists, and the successes and failures of various conservation efforts. The author discusses his own experiences in wildlife conservation, including his work as the director of the New York Zoological Park (now known as the Bronx Zoo) and his efforts to establish national parks and wildlife refuges.The book is divided into three parts: the first part covers the history of wildlife conservation, the second part focuses on the author's experiences in conservation, and the third part discusses the challenges facing conservationists in the future. Throughout the book, Hornaday emphasizes the importance of conservation and the need for continued efforts to protect wildlife and their habitats.Overall, ""Thirty Years War For Wildlife: Gains And Losses In The Thankless Task"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of wildlife conservation and the challenges facing conservationists today. The book provides a detailed and insightful account of one man's lifelong dedication to the cause of wildlife conservation, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our natural world for future generations.This Book Is Of High Historical Value.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1168104130
• ISBN13: 9781168104137
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"