The Serengeti Lion: A Study of Predator-Prey Relations (Wildlife Behavior and Ecology series) (Paperback)

by George B. Schaller (Author) "Predation has a major influence on the dynamics of animal populations..." (more)
Key Phrases: estrous lionesses, nomadic lionesses, licking interactions, Kruger Park, Nairobi Park, Ngorongoro Crater (more...)

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"This book conveys not only the fascination of its particular study of lion behavior but the drama and wonder and beauty of the intimate interdependence of all living things." - Saturday Review "If you have only enough time to read one book about field biology, this is the one I recommend." - Edward O. Wilson, Science "This is an important book, not just for its valuable information on lions, but for its broad, open, and intelligent approach to problems that cut across the fields of behavior, populations, ecology, wildlife management, evolution, anthropology, and comparative biology." - Richard G. Van Gelder, Bioscience "By the time the reader has finished this book, the Serengeti, its landscapes, seasons, and wildlife, takes shape in the mind as a complex and epic poem, each part a function of every other part and each part a function of the whole." - George Stade, New York Times Book Review"

Product Description
Winner of the 1972 National Book Award "This is an important book, not just for its valuable information on lions, but for its broad, open,and intelligent approach to problems that cut across the fields of behavior, populations, ecology, wildlife management,evolution, anthropology, and comparative biology. "--Richard G. Van Gelder,Bioscience

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Product Details

• Paperback: 504 pages
• Publisher: University Of Chicago Press (March 15, 1976)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0226736407
• ISBN-13: 978-0226736402
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #448,325 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of All Lion Books, October 27, 2000

By	Tim Stoffel (Reno, NV) - See all my reviews

Many books have been written about lions, but 'The Serengeti Lion' is by far the best. Even though it was published nearly 30 years ago, it's information is still considered authorative by many researchers. The fact that it has remained in print all these years-- longer than any other lion book-- attests to it's continuing popularity. Unlike most popular wildlife books, 'The Serengeti Lion' is a scientific paper. It has not been 'watered down' for the masses. Instead, Schaller writes with a an open, very readable style while still presenting the hard information. In fact, it is hard to put this book down. The book is profusely illustrated with drawings and maps. There is also a photos section. Appendices contain numerous detailed tables and charts of lion data, as well as an extensive bibliography. Several short appendices also deal with the lion's co-predators and favorite prey. If you can own but one book about lions, this should be it!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Serengeti Lion a Study of Predator-Prey Relations., January 13, 2000

By	K Susan (USA) - See all my reviews

"Predators are the best wildlife managers," writes George Schaller. His book from the "Wildlife Behavior and Ecology Series" is a result of a three year study in the Serengeti National Park. Supplemented by charts and action-depicting photos and drawings, the book describes almost every aspect of lion life, from social structure and behavior within the group to food habits, hunts and the impact of predation on prey population. Although it briefly mentions other predators (mainly the cheetah, leopard, wild dog and some others), the book concentrates mainly on the lion and is highly recommended to any lion fancier or serious conservationist.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Detailed Study of the Life of Lions, September 7, 1998

By	Justin Chandlr-Aston ([e-mail]) (Huntington Beach, California, USA) - See all my reviews

Excellent work by George Schaller. He Takes an intimate look at almost every aspect of lion behavior and social dynamics. From hunting behavior to a lionesses motherly love of her cubs, he takes you into their realm. Schaller gives you a detailed scientific look into what is happening in the life of lions and their world. He backs up his judgements with his own research and the research of others. A must read for any lion enthusiast.