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Archie Fairly Carr (1909–1987)

Autore di I regni della vita: I rettili

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Archie Carr was professor of zoology at the University of Florida, a research associate of the American Museum of Natural History, and founder of the Caribbear Conservation Corporation. He authored many books about his life as a naturalist including The Windward Road and Ulendo.

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Ants, Indians, and little dinosaurs (1975) — Collaboratore — 191 copie
Glacier Bay, the land and the silence (1967) — Collaboratore — 28 copie

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Archie Carr is the "Dean" of sea turtle conservancy and one wonders whether the green turtle would still be around if is wasn't for Carr. His organization (the Sea Turtle Conservancy) is probably still the most important sea turtle organization in the world. He was a herpetologist, zoologist, environmentalist, and college professor (among other things). Having intelligence and great knowledge about a subject doesn't necessarily mean you are able to impart the information in a way that others (especially the average person) can comprehend and enjoy. Rachel Carson had that ability, as did Jacques Cousteau and Edward Abbey. I would add Archie Carr to that list. This is a very nice collection of articles and essays from various magazines about some of Carr's life experiences in Florida. The articles are interesting and very well written and need no special knowledge of science. The subject matter is varied, not just about reptiles. Carr's writing is fascinating, humorous, poignant and almost poetic at times and this is a wonderful collection. I have read that Carr was a favorite professor at the University of Florida and students loved to be in his classes. This book shows why that was. Add it to your book list.… (altro)
 
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CRChapin | Jul 8, 2023 |

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