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Defying conventional wisdom even as it makes an impassioned plea for moral common sense, this book by an award-winning journalist sheds a new light on the history and politics of the African conservation movement. The book will anger and inspire anyone who cares about African wildlife and the people whose future is intertwined with the fate of these animals.
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Facing realities of complex African wildlife conservation.......2006-04-10
Ray Bonner is straight on with this book.Even though it was written in 1992 - the same issues, conflicts and concerns are as current today as they were then. The debate over how to manage wildlife and protect it, is the same arguements that Bonner has brought to light in this book, I still hear today. Having been born and raised in East Africa, lived extensively around wildlife all of my life, Ray Bonner has brought out the complexities of managing wildlife in a land with a large number of hungry, poor people and an expanding population. Often our family were called to help control wildlife such as hippos raiding crops nightly, elephant destroying small farms (often the whole food supply for the year!), maneating lion, stock killing leopard. I witnessed the deaths of local African people by elephant or buffalo, and understand Bonners findings why locals teach their children that "elephants are bad - they kill me". Bonner is great at bringing this "other side" to the table. He is looking at it from the African's point of view. His finding is correct that the International organizations, AWF and WWF, sit in their offices far removed from the daily issues of the African, control the purse strings and impose their visions of how the Africans will manage their resources and wildlife.Most of the decisions makers have never lived in the shoes of Africans, around wildlife. He shows that such organizations, arrive and rather than ask what do you think you need help with, the locals are told, this is what you will do. The points he makes that these organizations think "wildlife first" and people "second" is so valid - though in 2006, there is at least some thinking with newer and younger organizations that, "wildlife
On target for support of culling and trophy hunting..........2002-04-01
...off target scientifically and economically. Raymond Bonner, a well respected investigative journalist lived in Kenya for a few years in the early 1990's and he uncovered something. He says that much of the tourism revenue derived from safaris and visits to the big game parks such as Masaai Mara, Tsavo, Amboseli, Serengeti, Kruger, and Etosha was not benefiting the locals in the immediate areas. Further he came to see the dichotomy between how most Westerners view wildlife and how Africans do. Our view is colored by the romantic writings of Dinesen and Markham, and the adventurous hunting life enjoyed by Hemingway. Africans on the other hand see wildlife either as food or something to run away from. He's spot on with the reaction of a typical Kenyan toto who has been taught very early in life that "elephants are bad" because "they kill me." One star to Mr Bonner for his accurate assessment of the inadequacies of tourism development plans and programs for the environmental education of children in Kenya, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. The book gets another star for its exposure of the cultural biases and narrow self-interest that oftentimes politicizes organizations such as the WWF - the world's largest conservation agency - the World Wide Fund for Nature (formerly the World Wildlife Fund). However Mr Bonner runs out of stars and a persuasive argument when he proposes that it is AT THE HAND OF MAN (read Western white man and his do-good conservation ethics) that there is the greatest threat for the future of Africa's wildlife.
Mr Bonner is strongly opposed to the ban on ivory and he supports culling of elephant herds. Although he is eloquent in saying that he "can't understand" how someone would wish to hunt elephants or other big game, it is obvious from his arguments that he doesn't understand the close connection between culling and trophy hunting. I intend to deal with the book on it's scientific and economic arguments alone, and stay away from polarizing political ideology that sees everything as either cultural or science warfare. (I'm actually quite surprised that this book has not featured more in the debates as it is well written and Bonner certainly isn't shy in offering his opinion). Recent scientific work on the complexity of elephant social life and family structure, particularly the dominant role played by the matriarch, tends to undermine the scientific value of culling. Studies have shown that in times when overpopulation causes degradation of the environment (the main reason for culling) the matriarch utilizes a natural population-regulating system. She simply leads a group of female elephants away from the males in the herd to their eventual demise. Also man-made contraceptives that last for up to a year are now proving somewhat successful. On the economic front, wheras it's true that tourism revenues have not made much contribution due to corruption, mismanagement, or use for things other than community development, this is a double-edged sword argument. There is sufficient evidence to show that the revenues earned from the sale of culled elephant ivory (prior to the international ban) was not going to locals either. Further, when the ban was temporarily lifted in 1997, there was a concomitant increase in poaching. As for the income earned where trophy hunting is allowed as part of a culling process as in South Africa; let's just say "show me the money"! is probably the best analysis. Most of the money does not go to fees paid in Africa but in fact never even leaves the US. The majority is paid to the big US game hunting outfits that equip and organize the African hunting trips.
This book is a genuine attempt by a Westerner, who having lived in Africa, comes to some understanding of the gap between what we think about the continent and what it's really like and seeks to put his insights into words. It's also more than that. It is the work of a bright investigative journalist using his skills to expose some of the complexities of wildlife management and the biases that attend it. Unfortunately the book didn't stop there, it's still more. It's political. Bonner himself makes it so. "It was natural for me to take up this cause. I am a liberal, and a former public interest lawyer; I was a vegetarian for a period in the seventies and still eat very little meat, and I have been opposed to commercial whaling and cutting down forests." Oops there it is! Let the wars begin! and Bonner will desevedly get hit by both sides. Liberals will strike first slamming Bonner for saying that vegetarianism is a qualifying criteria for Liberalism! Conservatives will also go on the attack, when after reading the book, they realize that his real sympathies lie with them, and he makes a hash out of arguments they could defend. Everybody, fire away!
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Felicity is spending the summer of 1776 at her family's Virginia plantation, King's Creek, where she rides her beloved horse Penny every day. But soon Felicity hears news that British soldiers are burning Patriot farms and raiding their animals. Could the British threaten King's Creek . . . and Penny?
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One of the most enjoyable additions to the 'American Girl' mysteries, that provides a lesson in history, as well as politics!.......2007-02-09
The year is 1776. Felicity "Lissie" Merriman is ecstatic to be spending the summer on her family's plantation in King's Creek, where she has the opportunity to ride her cherished horse, Penny, most everyday. However, the stifling June heat instantly leaves Felicity in discomfort, and wanting nothing more than to wade along the river to keep cool. But, alas, Felicity is a young lady, and is expected to accompany her mother to various dinners and teas, all of which leave her bored, and searching for excitement. When Felicity is introduced to a most interesting visitor of the Wentworth family, known as Mr. Haskall, however, her boredom at fancy dinners quickly diminishes. Mr. Haskall is unlike any adult that Felicity has ever met before. He is interested in answering Felicity's many questions, and loves to hear her opinions regarding a large amount of subjects. As a naturalist, and a nature lover, to boot, Mr. Haskall asks permission to search various plantation owners properties, in an attempt to record his findings, and make new discoveries. However, as Mr. Haskall's behavior becomes slightly strange, she begins to question his motives. After all, Felicity has been hearing a lot of news regarding British soldiers, and their penchant for burning down Patriot farms, and stealing the animals of Patriot's to teach these traitors a lesson. Felicity's family are Patriots, and she begins to wonder if something harsh will fall upon her own family. Something that could leave her without a home, and without Penny by her side. With this in mind, Felicity resolves to do a little snooping to learn the truth about the curious Mr. Haskall, and becomes determined to halt any destructive activity that may befall King's Creek or Penny. But when you're a young girl on your own, sometimes trying to stop something as lethal as the British can be more complicated than expected; and Felicity may not have the strength, or the know-how, to protect her family from danger before it's too late.
I remember reading the FELICITY series when I was much younger, and enjoying the tales very much. However, that enjoyment came back to me quickly, as I turned the pages in PERIL AT KING'S CREEK. The spirited nature Felicity always showcased in her previous tales comes alive in this latest addition to her life, illustrating just how fond of her family, home, friends, and animals she truly is. Her newfound friendship with her younger sister Nan is delightful to read about, as their constant bickering has stopped, showing just how much each of the girls has matured over the years. The character of Mr. Haskall was enjoyable to learn more about. His pleasure in nature really makes the reader feel a fondness for his character. However, his penchant for taking advantage of the people around him, by perusing their property whenever he'd like makes him a slightly sketchy character. The two sides of his personality really create a pleasant confusion for the reader, that makes it almost impossible to determine the truth regarding his motives. My only complaint is that Ben was hardly featured in this Felicity tale. However, it was not meant to be, as he is working in Williamsburg over the summer. Luckily, the few times he does appear are quite enjoyable, and the conversation between him and Felicity flows like water. One of the most enjoyable additions to the AMERICAN GIRL mysteries, that provides a lesson in history, as well as politics!
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WOW!!!!!!!!!!!.......2006-12-18
Peril at Kings Creek is about a girl in the 1700's trying to save her horse Penny & kings creek from the british from burning them down.There is alot of turning points in the story.The book is a definite crowd pleaser.The way they used so many emotions was remarkable!!!!!!!!! THIS IS A BOOK THAT BOTH YOUNG AND OLD SHOULD READ!!!!!!!!!!
The Great Felicity Mystery!.......2006-12-02
Felicity is my favorite character in the American Girl Series. A story filled with suspense that gives you chills. I was thrilled to be able to read another Felicity book because I have read her first 6 books many, many times. It is set at the plantation rather than in Williamsburg and Penny, Felicity's favorite horse is in danger. A great book for girls who love reading about history and horses! The American Girl Mystery books are the first mystery books I have read and now I love that genre - Nancy Drew here I come!
Suspense All the way.......2006-05-05
"`What is it Penny, what's wrong?' Felicity asked, easing toward her. Felicity cokced her head, her senses suddenly alert. She had heard something from inside the stall - the clink of metal and the rustle and creek of movement." (Jones, 75)
Elizabeth McDavid Jones' most recent book, "A Felicity Mystery: Peril at Kings Creek," sets in the year of 1776 at Kings Creek Plantation in Virginia, with Felicity Merriman, a spunky, independent eleven-year-old girl, who befriends Mr. Haskall, a supposed botanist traveling from Philadelphia. When Felicity hears news of British soldiers burning Patriot farms and confiscating horses, Felicity can not help but to worry that her beloved horse, Penny, and Kings Creek will be threatened. But when Felicity suspects Mr. Haskall of a secret plot, she must use all her power and determination to catch the true rebel himself, and save dozens of animals and plantations from peril.
The suspense of "Peril at Kings Creek" really comes alive to the reader, and you can somewhat feel all the emotion that takes place throughout the story. Mrs. Jones did a superb job with the research of the "Looking Back" summary of what life was like for Loyalist and Patriots in 1776, which can be noted as an absorbing way for your child to learn about the history of America in late eighteenth century.
Overall, I highly recommend this Felicity Mystery to all girls who enjoy reading about not only horses and mysteries, but rather the life of Americans and British who fought for the freedom of what they believed was right.
Felicity is Back!.......2006-04-03
I'm glad the WB made their Felicity film, as I believe the American Girl people were about to drop her character from the the roster (at least she did not get a short story book the last time, where all of the other girls did). "Lissie" has been one of my favorite characters and the American Revolution period seems to be much ignored in children's historical fiction these days (whereas 80 years ago it was extremely popular). I also enjoyed that the "villain" of this book was not stereotypically bad. I would like to see Lissie's sister and brother fleshed out a bit more, especially now that William is getting older. They tried with Nan in this novel, but I would like to see more.
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Even a brilliant hamster can be prone to lapses of judgment. Which is how Freddy came to post his autobiography on the Internet (after all, a writer needs an audience). Lo, it was a bad move. For when an evil scientist discovers Freddy's genius he hamster-naps him to experiment on his brain! Can a wise tomcat, a pair of guinea pig poets, & a colony of rats save Freddy from becoming a casualty of science? This heart-stopping episode in Freddy's life story is every bit as captivating as Freddy himself. "This second book in the saga stands on its own." - School Library Journal
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Autumn says - Freddy in Peril.......2007-03-14
Freddy in Peril
The book I read was Freddy in Peril. The authors name is Dietlof Reiche. Most of the story takes place in a sewer.
Professor Fleischkopk
Freddy in Peril is about this hamster named Freddy, two guinea pigs named Enrico and Caruso and a cat named Sir William and there on a mission. Their mission is to get to this girls house named Sophie to tell there owner, Mr. John that this evil scientist named Professor Fleischkopk is out to get Freddy. But some how Professor Fleischkopk found out and knows were Freddy, Enrico, Caruso, and Sir William is headed. To find out the end of this adventurous story read the book it's that simple.
Perfect or not
I like this story because it is full of adventure and you never know what's going to happen next. For instance, Freddy goes into an old, moldy, smelly cooled sewer. I also like the book Freddy in Peril because it's an animal book, and I love books with animals. This book is fantasy because obviously a hamster can't talk. Do you like rodents? Do you like adventure books? Do you like books with animals? If so just pick this book up from your nearest library, school, borrow it from a friend, or order it even, but pick the book up from your local bookstore or you'll be sorry.
Time for something else
Another thing that happened in this book is when Sir William fell in love with this pretty, cute cat! When he met her, Sir William annoyed Freddy because he thought her was just an annoying little rodent and wants to impress the girl cat!!!.... Can Freddy get through the time when Sir William annoys him or not? Read the book to find out!!!.....
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I would totally recommend this book to kids and teachers if they decide to read this book to their class. But most of all, to people who like animals!
Note to translator: Nice use of the world peril in the title.......2005-05-10
Everyone's favorite German golden hamster is back in this, the second part of the "Golden Hamser Saga". There are a variety of different cute-tiny-pet books out there. "The Mouse and the Motorcycle" is, of course, one of the first that come to mind. But the "Freddy" books are an entirely different breed of tale altogether. Freddy, the golden hamster with the amazing ability of knowing how to read and write, is not your typical three-inch-tall hero. He has a sardonic sarcastic voice and a sort of self-congratulatory style that makes him an easy target for the two wise-cracking guinea pigs with whom he lives. If you couldn't get enough of Freddy's antics in, "I, Freddy", prepare to see a couple more in this particular sequel.
Freddy brings the reader up to speed immediately, right from the start. Writing, "I WAS IN MORTAL DANGER" so as to get your attention, the world's most famous golden hamster proceeds to tell the tale of how he was pursued by the relentless Dr. Fleischkopf. Freddy had been living a pretty nice life for a while. He interacted with the housecat Sir William for conversation and once in a while deigned to speak to Enrico and Caruso, the ham-actor guinea pigs in the next room. But Freddy let his pride get to him. In a moment of weakness, Freddy posts his life story on his owner's (Mr. John) webpage for all the world to see. Mr. John quickly deletes the post, but not before the insidious golden hamster scientist Dr. Fleischkopf decides to catch and dissect Freddy's brain for his own research. What follows is a fast moving tale in which Freddy and his pals attempt to escape the doctor's clutches with the aid of some rats, an uncivilized pussycat, and an animal rights reporter.
As sequels go, "Freddy In Peril" wasn't as strong as I could've hoped. It's infinitely readable, of course. And I seriously doubt that any child that enjoyed the first book is going to find too many flaws in the second. But there's something about this tale that feels a bit phoned in. Unlike in "I, Freddy", where our hamster hero had to figure out how to escape from his own cage and communicate with his owner, in this book the protagonist is completely passive. If anything happens for the good its because other people have gone out of their way to save Freddy. He never gets to use his brains in a truly constructive way. Also, there's a large sequence where a tribe of rats pledge to help Freddy escape Dr. Fleischkopf before they inexplicably disappear from the book entirely. So our hero never thinks up his own escapes and plot points are dropped without explanation. It makes for a faintly unsatisfying read.
What I liked about the book was that there's a bit of the old unreliable narrator in Freddy. For example, he'd rather die than admit that Enrico and Caruso were integral in saving his golden little hide. And I love the illustrations (all thanks to pen and ink master Joe Cepeda) as ever. You're not going to read this book and feel betrayed by the author. But compared to its predecessor, "Freddy In Peril" lacks a certain sense of continuity. Fortunately, I can assure you that by the third Freddy book ("Freddy to the Rescue") author Dietlof Reiche reasserts himself as the world's premiere golden hamster master. As for "Freddy In Peril", I can sum it up in a single word: Dandy.
As good as the first!.......2005-03-22
Having thoroughly enjoyed the first book of the Golden Hamster Saga, I, Freddy, I couldn't wait to sink my teeth into this book. Freddy In Peril tells of Freddy's adventures when he is kidnapped, because an evil scientist wants to perform experiments on him. This book was greatly entertaining, and I had a difficult time putting it down.
Freddy in Peril.......2005-02-16
Freddy in Peril is a exciting fiction book by Dietlof Reiche. This humorous and enjoyable book was published by Scholastic. Freddy is a strange hamster that can write and type. He lives in a small apartment with humans doing their jobs. There are a few other animals like two other hamsters. Also there is a house cat that is friendly.
Freddy and his friends go on an adventure to escape an evil scientist that wants to take Freddy's brain to examine. Luckily Freddy has friends that are willing to help him. Together they try to escape the evil scientist. But will they succeed in this perilous adventure?
This book will keep you on the tip of your chair. The author puts the exciting phrases in bold and funny letters. He puts his events in the right spot. His sentences are simple so kids can understand it. He puts voice in spots that will work wonderfully.
I recommend this book to 3rd grader to 7th graders. I would give it a 4 star out of a 5 star. If you like books about animals on a treacherous adventure this book is for you!!!
Very Clever!.......2004-12-06
I think the way Mr. Reiche depicts a hamster's lifestyle is very cute. The bad guy is REALLY a bad guy. The characters are lovable and realistic.
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Essays on life, living, and an incredible desert.......2006-12-10
Of all the books my brother, Bill has written, I most love this one. SUNSTRUCK is about the area of the world on which he is an expert, a remote area of the Sonoran Desert, but more importantly, these are thought-provoking essays on life and living. Even if, like me, you don't usually read essays about the natural world I think you'll appreciate his writing style and world outlook. Bill shares anecdotes about the outdoor life, hiking, those he meets and gets to know in the desert (including la migra and people escaping the border patrol, mountain lions, rattlesnakes, bighorn sheep) that make the reader feel as if they are there with Bill at the moment of encounter.
So I hope you'll enjoy a book about a wondrous place in the world that few people visit, and even fewer understand: El Gran Desierto, the Devil's Highway. Yes, this review is written by the author's sister, but don't hold that against me. Given my proclivity to reading fiction, I might not have picked up this book if my brother hadn't written it. I am so glad I had the opportunity to enjoy his vivid use of language and to vicariously experience some of Bill Broyles' adventures in the desert.
Be careful...be very careful........2006-04-25
It is officially called El Camino del Diablo-The Devil's Highway. It's also known by a variety of other names best left out of this review. It stretches for some 130 miles of desert from Sonoyta, in Mexico's state of Sonora, to Yuma, Arizona, on the Colorado River. There is precious little permanent water and ground temperatures can, and do, reach 150 degrees and more. It includes parts of two national monuments, a national wildlife refuge, and a gunnery range in Arizona not to mention various intities in Mexico. The are can be explored via foot or four-wheel drive vehicle. It can be done. It's done every year by experts and fools, lots of fools, legal and illegal. Many don't make it. It is a killer. If you are intrigued by scorpions, drug smugglers, sidewinders, bandits, illegal aliens, rattlesnakes, sand storms, unbearable heat, lack of water, a military gunnery range, and a host of other unbelievable challenges this is the trip for you. I don't know of any typical travel or guide book that will prepare you for this trip but this book comes as close as any to providing one with a sense of what to expect and when to go. It is probably the very best book ever published about this special place. The author and photographer have a knack of presenting a highly readable, visually accurate account of the dangers and beauty that await the visitor to a place noted author Charles Bowden says "...we finally get to face ourselves because we are alone with life itself." I have done this trip in a four-wheel drive vehicle and can only say be careful...very careful. This is a must read both for the armchair traveler and boots on the ground type.
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A humorous recounting of how Coach Farm was created. Located in Columbia County in upstate New York, it is one of the largest goat dairies in the U.S., producing a line of goat cheeses made in the tradition of French farmstead goat cheese.
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Delightful Book!.......2005-10-25
This is not a "how to" manual, but a story of a love affair with goats and living a dream. Beautiful pictures as well. Great book.
Delighted this Cheesemaker!.......2004-12-06
Hilarious and true to my much smaller-scale experience raising goats and cheesemaking. Wonderful photography details life on the farm and in the cheeseplant. My husband and I read it aloud to one another while cooking dinner.
For a child.......2004-06-12
The book is one made for children. It is not an adult's informative book. Lots of large print and glossy photos.
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