fossey, dian

The stories of three women who dedicated their lives to the study of primate ethology.

Profiles scientists and inventors who are of interest to young readers, providing information on the life, education, career, and awards of each featured individual, including photographs, reading lists, and addresses.

A biography of highly respected primatologist and protector of mountain gorillas in Africa, Dian Fossey.

Provides a look at the work of ground-breaking conservationist, Dian Fossey, and her work with mountain gorillas, covering her inspiration, methods, findings, and the impact of her work in Africa.

Highlights the lives and careers of the three greatest primatologists of the last century: Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey and Birut? Galdikas. Details their accomplishments and contributions to the field of primatology and features color illustrations throughout.

"This book takes an engaging look at the work of ground-breaking conservationist, Dian Fossey, and her work with mountain gorillas. It covers Fossey's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work in Africa"--.

Profiles the work of Dian Fossey who dedicated her life to studying and protecting the mountain gorillas of central Africa and examines her efforts to establish a research center at Karisoke, her struggles against a hostile Rwandan government and poachers, and her determination to bring international attention to the plight of the gorilla.

Presents Dian Fossey's account of her thirteen years living in a remote African rain forest where she conducted groundbreaking research on gorillas and worked to ensure their future.