Galapagos: Islands Born of Fire (10th Anniversary Edition)

Galapagos: Islands Born of Fire (10th Anniversary Edition) by Tui De Roy (Author). Ever since Charles Darwin visited there in 1835, the Galapagos have fascinated us like no different spot on Earth. This richly illustrated e book captures the ethereal, haunting high quality of the Galapagos and of the birds and animals that make these islands their home. Acclaimed wildlife photographer and writer Tui De Roy has spent her life exploring the Galapagos and recording their secrets. Here, in spectacular full-coloration photographs and in her personal phrases, she shares her intimate data of the islands and her deep love and respect for the natural wonders they conceal.

De Roy takes readers from vibrant coastlines to sheltered interiors, photographing penguins, turtles, and marine iguanas. She visits energetic volcanic calderas, the place life hangs within the stability every time the volcano remakes itself. De Roy follows the seasons of the giant tortoise, dives into the twilight world of sperm whales and hammerhead sharks, and treads on nonetheless-steaming volcanic crust. She additionally makes an impassioned plea for conservation.

This updated tenth-anniversary edition of De Roy's celebrated guide presents an unforgettable photographic tour of the Galapagos. Discover with her the incredible range of wildlife and habitats that rank these islands among the most fascinating and exotically lovely places in the world.

1.Features 245 beautiful full-shade photographs

2.Contains De Roy's insightful commentary

3.Showcases a number of the award-profitable photographer's finest work

4.Brings the natural wonders of the Galapagos to life

Just returned from the Galapagos Is. And this e-book is a good way to remember my trip. Beautiful pictures, but the descriptions of the islands is one of the best part. An excellent book for folks considering of going to the islands prior to their trip, just to get a taste and some training on what they'll find. E book arrived quickly and in model new condition. Would undoubtedly order from this vendor once more

Great book. I bought it for my son-in-law who is making a trip to the islands. He was impressed with the book. Great photos and it was in excellent shape. Like new. Nice value!!

Wonderful photographs, a lot better than I might take, a lot of locations that I used to be unable to get near, as in underwater and lava flows. 

Galapagos: Islands Born of Fire (10th Anniversary Edition)

Tui De Roy (Author)

168 pages

Princeton University Press; Anv edition (February 1, 2010)

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