fossey, dian

Portrays the experiences of the American woman zoologist who came to Central Africa in 1966 to study the mountain gorillas.

Describes the field work of three female primatologists and what their studies have revealed about the behavioral patterns of chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans in their natural habitat.

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

A biography of conservationist Dian Fossey, who studied and learned to communicate with mountain gorillas in Africa.

Profiles the life of the scientist who studied mountain gorillas in central Africa and worked to ensure their survival.

Profiles the life of the scientist who studied mountain gorillas in central Africa and worked to ensure their survival.

Describes the life of the scientist and her accomplishments working with gorillas in Africa.

Portrays the experiences of the American woman zoologist who came to Central Africa in 1966 to study the mountain gorillas.

Details Dian Fossey's life, with chapters devoted to her early years, life, work, writings, and legacy, as well as how children can follow in her footsteps.