For the animal lovers among us, this book is a kick in the gut. We all know that animals are dying out in eco-systems just about everywhere and that tens of species are probably becoming extinct daily. But when you see the tiger on the cover and then the first three highly endangered animals listed are the African elephant, the African lion and the African wild dog, you really begin to get the picture of how serious things have become for the rest of the creatures with which we share this planet. Perhaps Kruger Park will one day be the place people go to see where these, and many other animals, used to be found.

Each page offers a great image of the species in question, with break-out fact boxes, associated with an organisation that is involved with trying to save that species, like IFAW or the Born Free Foundation for elephants and lions, respectively, plus a ‘What You Can Do’ box of practical tips to help these endangered fellow citizens of planet earth.

We’ve put them in danger – the least we can do is help make sure they don’t die out. From turtles to gorillas, chimps to jaguars, butterflies to frogs, there is trouble for dozens and dozens of species – there’s bound to be one for everyone who cares about making the planet a better place and leaving something for our children. Get this book and do something.

Malcolm Tait

Think Publishing • ISBN 097 1 84525 027 0

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