Jane Goodall: 40 Years at Gombe | 
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Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
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Media: Hardcover
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Pages: 128
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Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 10.1 x 0.8
ISBN: 1556709471
Dewey Decimal Number: 599.885092
EAN: 9781556709470
ASIN: 1556709471
Publication Date: November 15, 1999
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Amazon.com Review
Jane Goodall is the most famous primatologist, possibly the most famous field biologist, of the 20th century. Her chimpanzee research did more to increase human knowledge of the lives of our closest relatives than that of any other scientist. It's in large part due to her example that primatology is the closest thing to a female-dominated science. But in 1986 Goodall gave up fieldwork for a higher, more pressing calling: rescuing chimpanzees from inhumane conditions in captivity and preserving the species from extinction. Jane Goodall: 40 Years at Gombe is a pictorial tribute to her life, her studies of the chimpanzees, and her unflagging efforts to motivate human beings on their behalf. "Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference." Goodall began her research by giving the chimpanzees names, by observing them as nonhuman individuals. Her activism is directed toward the human individuals: scientists who use apes in research, Africans who live near wild apes, children in Africa and in the industrialized world who can learn to value other creatures for themselves. Goodall says of this last project that "I think Roots & Shoots is probably the reason I came into the world. Yet I couldn't have done it without all those years with the chimpanzees and an understanding that led to a blurring of the line between 'man' and 'beasts.'" --Mary Ellen Curtin
Product Description
On the occasion of Dr Jane Goodall''s 40th anniversary of research with the chimpanzees of Gombe, this illustrated volume traces the story of her work from its singular beginning to the Jane Goodall Institute''s present day international activities.'
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 Outstanding Book May 8, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this for my daughter, Beth. It is an outstanding book. Incredible photos and very well done. Like all of Jane Goodall's books, this is a keeper.
John Jensen
 Excellent tribute to Goodall's life and work May 1, 2001
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
_____I bought this book for my girlfriend, who is a huge fan of Jane Goodall. But I find myself picking it up and reading through it a lot. This book is an excellent read, for the casual animal lover as well as those with a deep interest in primatology. _____The book covers much of Jane Goodall's life, including biographical info, historical research milestones, and even those special moments that make Goodall the concerned activist she is. It has well-written text and beautiful, high-quality photos. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in Jane Goodall, especially those who do not know much about her and would like a starter reference book.
A Worthy Devotion to an amazing Woman! July 14, 2000
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
At 14, I admire and sulute Ms. Goodall! Her work and devotion to some the most fascinating of animals is absolutely stunning! I think that over her 40 wonderful at Gombe, she has developed a beautiful relationship with these animals, and you can definetely see and feel their love with this book! Everyone who has ever read her dazzling books or has any knowledge or admiration for Jane's hard and unmistakably hard work will enjoy this timeline of a stunning woman's life in Africa! Enjoy!
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