Welcome to the Galapagos-an amazing place like nowhere else on earth, most definitely, a natural treasure. Vivid, enticing photograhy entices the reader to explore facinating geographic and political history, botanical descriptions, and the Ecuadorians who inhabit the islands. Also featured, are the discoveries/theories of Charles Darwin, and legislation- the Galapagos Special Law-enacted  to protect and conserve this fragile ecosystem. With a format that enables students to quickly access specific information (glossary, Fast Facts, and index) this title is a valued addition to our collection.

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