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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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A baby orangutan sits in a tiny cage in an Asian market. Just weeks earlier, he was with his mother, learning how to survive in the jungle. How did he get here? And will he ever return to his jungle home? This startling account of a young orangutan's plight offers a glimpse into animal survival in the wild.

The Animal Story series uses a documentary approach to graphically demonstrate survival in the wild.

• Dazzling, on-the-scene photographs capture each animal's story.

• Fact files offer in-depth information about each animal's habitat.

• A glossary and map reveal additional information about each animal.

• An index is included.

Each book in this new series from Waterbird Books will take a look at a day, year, or season in the life of a wild animal. Told from the perspective of an onlooker, the books capture the feel of a wildlife documentary. The reader is first introduced to a wild animal and its environment, and then follows the animal through its everyday life. The good, bad, funny, and sad are revealed as the reader tracks each animal and learns factual and unforgettable information about them. Stunning, full-color photographs highlight each story. A glossary and index are included. Supplements school curriculum in science.

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Depicts the physical characteristics and behavior of the orangutan and discusses the possible future of the species. ... Read more

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Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers. ... Read more

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Discusses the habitat, physical characteristics, lifestyle, and feeding and mating habits of orangutans, with chapters on their history, legends, and life in the zoo. ... Read more

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"The Wayland Natural World" series explains the threats and opportunities that face a range of wild animals including tigers, elephants, sharks, polar bears, orangutans and the giant panda. ... Read more

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This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: Macmillan in 1877 in 703 pages; Subjects: Natural history; Ethnology; Malay Archipelago; History / Military / Vietnam War; History / Asia / Southeast Asia; Nature / General; Science / Life Sciences / Botany; Science / Life Sciences / Evolution; Social Science / Anthropology / General; Social Science / Human Geography; Travel / Asia / Southeast; ... Read more

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A student of the renowned paleontologist Dr. Louis B. Leakey and a colleague of both Dian Fossey and Jane Goodall, Birute Galdikas is the world's foremost authority on the life and behavior of the orangutan. For more than twenty years she has lived in the jungles of Borneo, devoting her life to studying and preserving this endangered animal as well as its disappearing rain forest habitat. The informative text describes both the obstacles and adventures of Dr. Galdikas's explorations as well as her startling discoveries, and the full-color photographs brilliantly capture her life among the orangutans. Birute Galdikas is an impressive role model, and her inspiring story serves as a reminder that the future of our fragile world, as well as our understanding of it, lies in the dreams and determination of today's young naturalists. ... Read more

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Orang-utan
This book was written about a decade ago but is still a very useful book for teaching young people about orang-utans, convervation,the rain forest, Indonesia, and Dr. Leakey's mission to send the three women to study primates (Birute Galdikas, Dian Fossey, and Jane Goodall). The photos of orangutans are good. ... Read more

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This title is intended for ages 4+. San Diego Zoo Animal Library gives youngsters the opportunity to learn about many animals, most of which can only be seen in zoos. Some of these animals are endangered. Others are rapidly disappearing from the earth. The Library offers the chance to learn about these animals before they are gone forever. And each volume of the Library is numbered. Collect them all and provide you child with an encyclopaedia of animal life. ... Read more

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Greatest book series
These are the nicest kids books that I have seen on animals.They are intelligent, well written, cute and sturdy.The photos and illustrations are beautiful. ... Read more