Dodo Destiny eBook Tom Parker
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Dodo Destiny examines the sad tale of the dodo and the fascinating history of its native Mauritius, a beautiful island nation home to one of today’s truly multicultural societies.
The dodo is a universal symbol of extinction, yet little is known about the true nature of this vanished bird. Most people don’t know that the dodo lived only on Mauritius, a small tropical island east of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean.
Left undisturbed by humans, Mauritius and the dodo thrived until Europeans arrived in 1598. Less than 100 years later, the dodo and other island species disappeared in the wake of man. The dodo will never come back yet Mauritius and nearby islands are forging a new path in co-existence with not only man and the environment, but among religions and different races.
The dodo was just one of many unusual extinct species endemic to Mauritius and other islands in the Mascarene archipelago. Paradoxically, the site of history’s most famous extinction is today home to some of the world’s most successful conservation programs created to preserve remaining threatened species.
Tom Parker became intrigued with Mauritius and neighboring islands on a layover during a global trek. He returned multiple times to extensively explore Mauritius and Rodrigues Island as well as the neighboring French island of La Réunion, discovering dramatic tales about the spice trade, marooned rebels, waves of immigrants from Europe and Asia, and the island’s remarkable natural history. Long familiar to European visitors, these islands remain relatively unknown to most North Americans.
Illustrated with historic maps, antique engravings, and photographs.
Dodo Destiny eBook Tom Parker
I bought Tom Parker's book as I was going to Mauritius for business. The book provided a true picture of the country and great overview of the history. I really enjoyed Mr. Parker's insights into this beautiful and fascinating country.Product details
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Dodo Destiny eBook Tom Parker Reviews
What a wonderful travelogue! As an author who specialises in Mauritian topics, I was really intrigued to discover a book about Mauritius written by an American. I always imagined that Mauritius would be too far off the beaten track to interest our cousins from across the pond, especially as they have the Caribbean and Polynesia on their doorstep. It was therefore very refreshing to find a work which takes in a brand new perspective on the island. Not only does the author, "get" the island of Mauritius he is sensitive to describing it's unique situation. This isn't your usual travel book about Mauritius. It isn't your average ecological pamphlet about Extinction. By combining a brief history of the island, a balanced anthropology, a study of the rare and exquisite flora and fauna of the island and the infamous legend of the Dodo, Tom Parker has created a very accessible and enjoyable read for all. I for one am very impressed and glad I purchased Dodo Destiny. If you'd like to find out more about Mauritius or are looking for a book to supplement your knowledge, check this one out.
I bought Tom Parker's book as I was going to Mauritius for business. The book provided a true picture of the country and great overview of the history. I really enjoyed Mr. Parker's insights into this beautiful and fascinating country.
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