Jane Goodall: 50 Years at Gombe [Hardcover]

Jane Goodall (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2010

A great deal has happened since the publication of Jane Goodall: 40 Years at Gombe in 1999. Most recently, endeavors at the Gombe field site have included landmark research related to AIDS progression; establishing programs to improve sanitation, health care, and education in neighboring Tanzanian communities; and partnering with local people to pursue reforestation initiatives. The accomplishments of the past 10 years alone have given the Jane Goodall Institute a great deal to celebrate. In honor of the field site’s 50th anniversary, STC is proud to release Jane Goodall: 50 Years at Gombe, a compelling pictorial tribute to Dr. Goodall’s life, her studies of chimpanzee behavior, and her unflagging efforts to motivate people to make this world a better place. With a new format, a modern design, more than a dozen new pho­tographs, and updated text throughout, this revised edition retraces five decades of compassion and discovery.

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About the Author

Dr. Jane Goodall is one of the world’s most recognized scientists, the recipient of numerous awards, and a bestselling author. At age 76, Dr. Goodall spends more than 300 days of the year traveling the world, spreading her message of hope, and fundraising for her causes. She lives in Bournemouth, England. www.janegoodall.org

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang; 1 edition (October 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1584798785
• ISBN-13: 978-1584798781
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #747,510 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #52 in Books > History > Africa > Tanzania

More About the Author

JANE GOODALL continues to study and write about primate behavior. She founded the Gombe Stream Research Center in Gombe National Park, Tanzania, and the Jane Goodall Institute for Wild Life Research, Education, and Conservation to provide ongoing support for field research on wild chimpanzees. She is the author of many books, including two autobiographies in letters, Africa in My Blood and Beyond Innocence. Today Dr. Goodall spends much of her time lecturing, sharing her message of hope for the future, and encouraging young people to make a difference in their world.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A much-admired researcher., February 16, 2012

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I enjoy virtually following Ms Goodall into the forests and learning about the actions of the species she continues to study. How wonderful--for her and us--for her to have learned so early in her life just which species she wanted to study. Her contributions to the study of primates in their natural habitat continues, and her explanations of such are a joy to read. Highly recommended.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Jane Goodall: 50 Years at Gombe, November 20, 2010

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A wonderful book about a great woman who has done great things for the chimpanzees, against all odds.

The pictures are amazing.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have, May 2, 2011

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What a wonderful tribute to a woman who has changed the world. Beautiful photos paired with interesting text and inspirational quotes make this a must-have for everyone.