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The Science of Hope

Eye to Eye with our World's Wildlife

Wiebke Finkler Scott Davis

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English
Exisle
08 September 2021
A breathtaking visual journey exploring why certain animal species capture our attention, and showcasing hopeful conservation efforts around the world.

From polar bears to mountain gorillas, penguins to sea otters, certain animals capture our imagination. These are the animals that become mascots for conservation campaigns. By why these creatures instead of other equally endangered animals? The answer lies in their cuteness or charisma!

The great white shark fascinates us even as we fear it. The comical waddle of the penguin entrances us. Illustrated with breathtaking images by one of the world’s leading wildlife photographers, The Science of Hope informs as it educates, describing the psychology and science behind our desire to connect with these animals while promoting a message of hope by highlighting positive conservation efforts around the world.

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Imprint:   Exisle
Country of Publication:   New Zealand
Dimensions:   Height: 254mm,  Width: 254mm,  Spine: 18mm
Weight:   1.140kg
ISBN:   9781925820645
ISBN 10:   1925820645
Pages:   160
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Audience:   General/trade ,  Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  ELT Advanced ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Dr Wiebke Finkler is a creative marketing researcher, filmmaker and science communicator, with a focus on using storytelling to promote sustainable human-wildlife interactions. Scott Davis is a wildlife researcher, international photography expedition leader, and professional assignment photographer.

Reviews for The Science of Hope: Eye to Eye with our World's Wildlife

When I first started reading The Science of Hope, I was immediately impressed by its beautiful illustrations and rich content. What most impresses me about this book is that it does not just point out problems but also provides workable solutions. It connects a spectrum of field professionals across disciplines so their messages are direct, stories are empirical, and suggestions are practical. Not to mention the amazing photos taken by Scott for each animal, making this book even more compelling for people to take action and make a difference. -- Our Narratives The book is wonderful, it really is. As much at home as a coffee table book as it is as a reference guide, this book is a revelation and a celebration of nature in its finest form. It is both a beautifully captured portrait of nature and an uplifting view of what can be if we are willing to take some risks and try something new. * NZ Booklovers * Illustrated with images by one of the world's leading wildlife photographers, The Science of Hope takes you on a visual journey and shines a spotlight on hopeful conservation efforts happening around the world. * The West Australian * The book was a delight to read and it is a credit to the author and photographer. It will most certainly appeal to anyone who has even a modicum of interest in wildlife. * Wildlife Detective Blog *


  • Commended for Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards (Ecology/Environment) 2021

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