The Drunken Forest
Mar 2026 · Pan Macmillan
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192
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About this ebook
Embark on a captivating adventure through the Argentine Pampas and the little-known Chaco territory of Paraguay with Gerald Durrell, the much-loved author of My Family and Other Animals.
A riveting account of one of Durrell's expeditions in search of rare animals, The Drunken Forest is informative, witty and guaranteed to have you laughing out loud. As you journey through the wilds you'll meet orange armadillos, horned toads and crab-eating raccoons, all brought to life with Durrell's wit and narrative flair, just as he portrays the chance human acquaintances he encounters along the route.
With life seen through Durrell's clear, humorous and unsentimental eyes, The Drunken Forest is a triumph of nature writing from one of the world's most pioneering conservationists.
'A renegade who was right . . . He was truly a man before his time' – Sir David Attenborough
A riveting account of one of Durrell's expeditions in search of rare animals, The Drunken Forest is informative, witty and guaranteed to have you laughing out loud. As you journey through the wilds you'll meet orange armadillos, horned toads and crab-eating raccoons, all brought to life with Durrell's wit and narrative flair, just as he portrays the chance human acquaintances he encounters along the route.
With life seen through Durrell's clear, humorous and unsentimental eyes, The Drunken Forest is a triumph of nature writing from one of the world's most pioneering conservationists.
'A renegade who was right . . . He was truly a man before his time' – Sir David Attenborough
About the author
Gerald Durrell was one of Britain’s best loved authors and pioneering naturalists. His books, such as the bestselling My Family and Other Animals continues to entertain generations of children and adults alike. His early family life forms the basis for the ITV drama The Durrells. The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust is an international conservation charity with headquarters in Jersey, UK.
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