Durrell, Gerald
The Overloaded Ark
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571209330
- author:
- Durrell, Gerald
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Gardners Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 11 x 1.8 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Wildlife Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Overloaded Ark Gerald Durrell's first book is a humorous account of an expedition to the remote Cameroons in West Africa, before independence. The author recounts his experiences with a range of exotic animals, from the monitor lizard to the rare Angwantibo, with vivid detail and enthusiasm. Durrell's writing style is engaging and entertaining, making this book a fun read. The New Statesman praises his ability to communicate every detail of his experiences with "just the right degree of zest". This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the author's adventures in the wild and is a great choice for anyone interested in wildlife and the natural world.
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