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    Light Shining Through the Mist: A Photobiography of Dian Fossey
    Light Shining Through the Mist: A Photobiography of Dian Fossey
    Light Shining Through the Mist: A Photobiography of Dian Fossey
    Audiobook45 minutes

    Light Shining Through the Mist: A Photobiography of Dian Fossey

    Written by Tom Mathews

    Narrated by Matthew Greer

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    World-famous zoologist Dian Fossey is remembered for her inspiring work studying the mountain gorillas of central Africa's isolated Virunga Mountains. Her tireless devotion to understanding-and actively protecting-these shy and gentle primates introduced them to an admiring public and promoted values of conservation in the African nations they inhabit. In 1966, Dian Fossey left home for Africa to conduct field research on mountain gorillas. It was her second trip to Africa, but it wouldn't be her last. Ascending through nearly impenetrable mountain jungles, finally she came face-to-face with the majestic creatures she sought. Most people believed gorillas were savage giants, but as Dian's observations proved, that reputation was undeserved. Dian would remain a close friend to the gorillas until her tragic murder in 1985, presumably at the hands of poachers. Narrator Matthew Greer's enthralling reading presents an arresting portrait of Dian Fossey-a strong woman whose life was spent championing a remarkable endangered species. "This fascinating biography will surely snare the attention of young animal lovers and aspiring anthropologists."-Publishers Weekly
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRecorded Books, Inc.
    Release dateFeb 1, 2013
    ISBN9781470356309
    Light Shining Through the Mist: A Photobiography of Dian Fossey

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      Dian Fossey studied mountain gorillas in Africa until she was murdered. No one knows who killed her or why, but there is speculation that her anti-poaching activities and campaign to limit tourism in the gorilla parks may have been the motivation. The story of Fossey's life is an interesting and inspiring one. Here's another strong woman to add to your women's history booklists. I've found National Geographic's Photobiographies series to be a great series of biographies with pictures that really make the subject matter pop. An afterward includes information about the state of the mountain gorilla today. The book also includes a time line, index, and extensive bibliography.