- Hardcover: 224 pages
- Publisher: William Heinemann Ltd; First Edition edition (22 Oct 1990)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0773724540
- ISBN-13: 978-0773724549
- ASIN: 0434009245
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.2 x 2.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 261,311 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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‘Descriptive writing of a high order . . . this is an extremely intelligent book’
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‘The best in Adams’s writing . . . constantly springing on the reader the kind of dizzying shift in perspective that was the stock in trade of Hitchhiker’
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48 of 48 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I first bought this book simply because I had read the Hitchhiker series, and wanted to read more of Douglas's writing. Little did I know that it would change my view on a lot of environmental issues. This book shows Douglas Adams's compassion for our fellow creatures on this planet, yet has so much humour and insight it is astonishing. I've never been one to read a book many times, apart from the Hitchhiker books. This one I've worn out once and I am now well in to the second. If you do nothing else this year, read this book. It will be well worth the time.
Douglas Adams, just like some of the species you mention in this book you left us too soon. The world is indeed a sadder place without you. So long, and may you find peace wherever you are.
50 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is an absolute must read. You really do not have a choice. Written by "that" Douglas Adams, with considerable input from Mark, this book will change the way you think - if you can think at all.
Adams' style is recognisable throughout to those who read his fiction, but his humour does not detract in any way from the serious message. That it not to say that you are presented with a lecture. Adams relates the story of his travels with Mark Carwadine to visit some of the world's rarest creatures, in a way that enables all of us to gain an insight into the precarious state of some of our world's inhabitants.
The title of the book is all too descriptive. It is a while since I read the book, and my hope is that all the animals and birds featured are still around. Certainly, unless action is taken, some of these creatures will struggle to see out the next 5 years, never mind the next generation. For those who do not appreciate just how rare some of these creatures are - we are talking very small numbers (less than 20 in many cases). The upside is that many of the animals in the book are receiving attention - the downside, as often, is maybe too little too late. And of course, there are all the others...
Enough of my ranting. This book is a really good read, and can be taken in one sitting if you are that way inclined. It is laugh-out-loud funny, yet the subject matter means it has more than its fair share of poignancy. It is an eye-opener, even to those of us who think our eyes are already open!
Essential reading for everyone, most will learn things they never envisaged, or perhaps did not want to believe, and many I am sure, will change their ways to the benefit of the whole world and all its creatures - ourselves included.
Adams' style is recognisable throughout to those who read his fiction, but his humour does not detract in any way from the serious message. That it not to say that you are presented with a lecture. Adams relates the story of his travels with Mark Carwadine to visit some of the world's rarest creatures, in a way that enables all of us to gain an insight into the precarious state of some of our world's inhabitants.
The title of the book is all too descriptive. It is a while since I read the book, and my hope is that all the animals and birds featured are still around. Certainly, unless action is taken, some of these creatures will struggle to see out the next 5 years, never mind the next generation. For those who do not appreciate just how rare some of these creatures are - we are talking very small numbers (less than 20 in many cases). The upside is that many of the animals in the book are receiving attention - the downside, as often, is maybe too little too late. And of course, there are all the others...
Enough of my ranting. This book is a really good read, and can be taken in one sitting if you are that way inclined. It is laugh-out-loud funny, yet the subject matter means it has more than its fair share of poignancy. It is an eye-opener, even to those of us who think our eyes are already open!
Essential reading for everyone, most will learn things they never envisaged, or perhaps did not want to believe, and many I am sure, will change their ways to the benefit of the whole world and all its creatures - ourselves included.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I read this book in three days. I just couldn't put it down. Adams is funny and touching. Mark's input and the knowledge that is included in the book make this a highly informative and enlightening read. The tone is never preaching, although it certainly makes you realise just what we're doing to the planet. This text manages to stir your conscience and be wildly funny at the same time!
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