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This study proceeds on Campbell’s (2002) argument that in today’s biodiversity conservation discourse, the traditional exclusionary conservation narrative co-exists with a counter-narrative on sustainable use through ecotourism. Based on the perception of a global biodiversity crisis the conservation landscape has seen the resurgence of the traditional conservation discourse, which reinforces the argument against social objectives of conservation and for an exclusionary conservation approach drawing on the notion of wilderness. Local resource use practices are restricted or prohibited, while ecotourism is considered the most sustainable option. However, as a proposed alternative livelihood strategy for local residents, ecotourism often fails to deliver on claims that it significantly benefits local development, while it may be more conducive to furthering ecological imperatives.Based on an analysis of the management of Komodo National Park, Indonesia, and the development of communities within the Park, this study argues that ecotourism may only be a politically attractive slogan that provides conservation agencies with the political and economic justification for an exclusionary protected area management approach. Instead of taking into account economic, social and cultural concerns of local residents, a conservation regime that adopts ecotourism as a conservation strategy may ultimately leave local people struggling to meet their present needs. ... Read more

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Examines the physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of this great lizard, which is found only in Indonesia and is in danger of disappearing. ... Read more

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1927. If any man with sporting tastes and a real interest in natural history were told that true dragons were still living on a remote, little known island of the East Indies, what would he do? Mr. Burden answers that he would try to make sure that the reports were founded on fact, and then, having satisfied himself, he would begin, a little secretly, perhaps, to lay his plans. This book entails such a journey in search of these true dragons and the expedition launched to find the dragons of Komodo. Handsomely illustrated throughout. ... Read more

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Fascinating travel and exploration writing
This a nice reprint of a classic and desirable title in herpetology. Since the original hardound 1927 edition is rare and expensive, this paperback is a timely contribution.

Burden's writing is engaging and takes us back to a nearly forgotten era when concepts of giant lizards were often considered fiction.

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Traces the life of the world's largest lizard from infancy to adulthood. ... Read more

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Prowling several small, remote islands in Indonesia, the Komodo dragon, is the world's largest lizard. This book examines the giant lizard's physical characteristics, how it hunts and kills its prey, and its status as an endangered species. (20020601) ... Read more

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While hiking in the forest of Kentucky, Jason and his sister, Jillian, spot a lizard in a tree. However, this is a species of lizard they've never seen before. It's nearly two feet long...and vicious! ... Read more

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An original story and cautionary tale about the first Komodo Dragon on earth. Born with beautiful colors, patterns, shapes and a crown, portrayed in a style inspired by the age-old Indonesian shadow puppet tradition of Wayang Kulit, Kraken-ka is transformed into his present day form after his creator, Naga, the Goddess of Wisdom and Beauty, gives him three chances to learn totake from the earth only what he needs.An accompanying Performing Arts CD contains puppets patterns, a script, and poster for children to create their own show about the story, plus parent/teacher educational materials that meet national education standards in mathematics, art and social studies. ... Read more

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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of the Komodo Dragon found in Indonesia. ... Read more

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Totally Overpriced!
This book has nice photos, but is TOTALLY overpriced for the amount of pages. This book should be priced around $7.99. Definately would not buy again! ... Read more

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This is Book 9 in the Adventure Missions series.

Komodo dragons, walled villages and an isolated island in Indonesia - that's Helen's new home.

Plus, she's spending her entire time with hundreds of lepers !

Will Helen end up with leprosy and have to stay on the island forever?

Will she survive an encounter with the dinosaur-like Komodo dragons?

Maybe God has more planned for Helen than she expects.
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THESE BOOKS WORK LIKE MAGIC! Read the first page and watch your child finish the entire book on his/her own with confidence. Readlings will be your child's favorite books because they CAN READ them! Picture clues with repeating sentence patterns on every page make reading easy for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS! This nonfiction book about the Komodo dragon has been leveled at the YY 100 Book Challenge Reading Level. This photographically illustrated book is engaging and educational for all ages. Because this book is a multi-level text, children will be able to read about this amazing animal themselves while parents, teacher, and older siblings will be able to share in the experience by reading the WOW! Fact Boxes out loud. Not only will the reader learn about the giant reptiles but they will also learn about its geographical location, its habitat, and its interaction with other animals that share its habitat. ... Read more