Galapagos: A Natural History Guide (Odyssey Illustrated Guides)

By Pierre Constant

Book Overview

Long regarded as a mysterious and desolate archipelago, this wildlife paradise is a true showcase of evolution in action. In recent years, the newly developed Marine Reserve fulfills the ultimate... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9622177662
• ISBN13: 9789622177666
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Odyssey Books & Maps
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.2" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

The Best Galapagos Guide Out There!

If you are planning a trip to the Galapagos, this book is a must have. It covers everything. It begins with the historic and scientific background including Darwin, the ocean currents and arrival of various flora and fauna. Part Two describes all of the various wildlife on the islands. Part Three desribes in detail all of the islands. There are wonderful maps showing the details of anything you can think of looking for on each island. Part Four is dedicated to the Galapagos National Park. There are also sections on diving, practical information, chronology of the islands, appendices, etc. This book is well written, the photos are great and as I said before, the maps are fantastic.

Excellent book

Pierre Constant has created an exceptional book for anyone with interest in the Galapagos Islands. He describes their origin and natural history, as well as details of the flora and fauna on land and in the sea. Lovely color photographs and many diagrams help make this book indispensable for anyone studying or visiting the Galapagos.