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David Quammen
David Quammen is the author of Spillover, a gripping look at how diseases jump from animals to humans. He's known for his clear writing on science and nature.
The Boilerplate Rhino
- Pages
- 287
- Published
- 2002
- Language
- English
Synopsis
David Quammen's 'The Boilerplate Rhino' collects twenty-six engaging essays from his 'Natural Acts' column in Outside magazine. Quammen takes readers on journeys from Texas rattlesnake handlers to Indonesian fruit searches, exploring the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world. This collection offers a rich assortment of ideas, conundrums, and wondrous creatures to discover.