In the Shadow of Man
Dec 2010 · Hachette UK
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'One of history's most impressive field studies; an instant animal classic' TIME
Jane Goodall's classic account of primate research provides an impressively detailed and absorbing account of the early years of her field study of, and adventures with, chimpanzees in Tanzania, Africa. It is a landmark for everyone to enjoy.
'Apart from its enormous scientific value, IN THE SHADOW OF MAN is absolutely fascinating to read as a story of discovery...The whole book is enthralling' Monica Dickens
Jane Goodall's classic account of primate research provides an impressively detailed and absorbing account of the early years of her field study of, and adventures with, chimpanzees in Tanzania, Africa. It is a landmark for everyone to enjoy.
'Apart from its enormous scientific value, IN THE SHADOW OF MAN is absolutely fascinating to read as a story of discovery...The whole book is enthralling' Monica Dickens
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Andrea Carolina Haro Farfán
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March 26, 2021
An amazing book for person who are interested in nature and animals. I can said that before to read this book I had no idea about chimpanzes and how are very similar to us. And now I am interest in learn more about they and also I hope one day can visit the chimpanzes in the Gombe Stream in Tanzania!!
Smriti Pathy
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February 24, 2015
It is a very nice book.a must read.I have a passion for wildlife... That's why I love this book.truly it installed a habit of reading in me...to gain knowledge about animals specialy for chimpanzees ,one must read this book..👌👌👌👍👍👍👍👍👍
b.murali mura
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About the author
Jane Goodall was an English zoologist. She was a renowned expert on chimpanzees, having studied them at the Gombe Stream Reserve by Lake Tanganyika from 1970. She worked extensively on conservation and animal welfare issues. Her books include IN THE SHADOW OF MAN, published in more than forty languages. Winner of the Kyoto Prize (1990), Hubbard Medal (1995), Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement (1997), she was a UN Ambassador, and received her Damehood in 2004. She died in 2025.
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