Return to the Wild: the Unpredictable Future of the Wild World
About This Novel
In a world dominated by humans and rapid climate change, species large and small are increasingly vulnerable to extinction. Journalist M. R. O'Connor explores the extreme measures scientists are taking to save these species, from captive breeding to genetic management to extermination. As the author tells stories about the excavation of galleons in the 16th century, the tracking of panthers in the Florida swamps, ancient African rainforests, Neanderthal tool making, and cryogenic DNA libraries, O'Connor explores the science of saving toads, desert fish, northern white rhinoceros, passenger pigeons, etc., While also focusing on the ethical issues of evolution, technology, and captivity. The book is beautifully written and vividly describes the characteristics and fate of unique species. At the same time, from the perspectives of natural history, evolutionary biology, and environmental ethics, the book reminds readers: When we use technology to control the future, how should we protect the wilderness?
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