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The book ""Thirty Years War For Wildlife: Gains And Losses In The Thankless Task"" by William T. Hornaday, published in 1931, is a comprehensive account of the author's experiences in the field of wildlife conservation. Hornaday was a renowned conservationist and the first director of the New York Zoological Park (now known as the Bronx Zoo).The book covers a period of thirty years, from 1901 to 1931, during which Hornaday worked tirelessly to protect and preserve wildlife in North America. He describes the challenges he faced in his efforts to educate the public and policymakers about the importance of conservation, and the progress that was made in the face of opposition from hunters, trappers, and other groups.Hornaday's writing is both informative and engaging, as he shares his personal experiences and anecdotes from his work in the field. He provides detailed descriptions of the various species he encountered, including their behavior, habitat, and threats to their survival.Throughout the book, Hornaday emphasizes the need for continued vigilance and action to protect wildlife, and he advocates for the establishment of protected areas and the regulation of hunting and trapping. He also reflects on the successes and failures of the conservation movement during his lifetime.Overall, ""Thirty Years War For Wildlife"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of wildlife conservation in North America, and a testament to the dedication and perseverance of one of its most influential pioneers.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.
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The book ""Thirty Years War For Wildlife: Gains And Losses In The Thankless Task"" by William T. Hornaday, published in 1931, is a comprehensive account of the author's experiences in the field of wildlife conservation. Hornaday was a renowned conservationist and the first director of the New York Zoological Park (now known as the Bronx Zoo).The book covers a period of thirty years, from 1901 to 1931, during which Hornaday worked tirelessly to protect and preserve wildlife in North America. He describes the challenges he faced in his efforts to educate the public and policymakers about the importance of conservation, and the progress that was made in the face of opposition from hunters, trappers, and other groups.Hornaday's writing is both informative and engaging, as he shares his personal experiences and anecdotes from his work in the field. He provides detailed descriptions of the various species he encountered, including their behavior, habitat, and threats to their survival.Throughout the book, Hornaday emphasizes the need for continued vigilance and action to protect wildlife, and he advocates for the establishment of protected areas and the regulation of hunting and trapping. He also reflects on the successes and failures of the conservation movement during his lifetime.Overall, ""Thirty Years War For Wildlife"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of wildlife conservation in North America, and a testament to the dedication and perseverance of one of its most influential pioneers.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.