Our Vanishing Wildlife - William Temple Hornaday - Bog

""Our Vanishing Wildlife: Its Extermination And Preservation"" is a book written by William Temple Hornaday and published in 1913. The book is a comprehensive study of the various species of wildlife that were rapidly disappearing from North America at the time. Hornaday, who was the director of the New York Zoological Park, was a passionate advocate for conservation and preservation of wildlife, and this book was his attempt to raise awareness about the alarming rate at which various species were disappearing.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the various species that were being hunted to extinction, including the bison, the passenger pigeon, and the Carolina parakeet. Hornaday provides detailed accounts of the hunting practices that led to the decline of these species, along with the economic and cultural factors that contributed to their extermination.The second part of the book focuses on the efforts being made to preserve and protect wildlife. Hornaday describes the various conservation organizations that were emerging at the time, as well as the various laws and regulations that were being put in place to protect wildlife. He also provides practical advice for individuals who want to help preserve wildlife, including tips on bird feeding, bird houses, and the creation of wildlife sanctuaries.Overall, ""Our Vanishing Wildlife: Its Extermination And Preservation"" is a passionate and informative call to action for the preservation of North America's wildlife. Hornaday's writing is both engaging and informative, and his passion for conservation is evident throughout the book. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of conservation in North America, as well as for anyone who cares about preserving our natural heritage for future generations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.