The Last Big Cats: An Untamed Spirit

About this book

Big cats are threatened as never before and are the subject of intense interest among nature fans and conservationists alike. "The Last Big Cats " which highlights all of the major cat species includes Erwin A. Bauers "trademark" engaging personal tone and strong first-person narrative that presents the story of the big cats natural history as well as personal anecdotes from major researchers. The text has a strong focus on the status of the endangered or threatened big cats current efforts to save them and the hopes and chances for their survival. The accompanying photographs by Erwin and his wife Peggy are remarkable and comprehensive showcasing five decades worth of their best big cat photos-most of which have not been published in book form. Range maps and cat tracks round out the combination. From the lion tiger leopard cheetah and snow leopard of Africa and Asia to the cougar and jaguar of North and South America "The Last Big Cats " provides complete coverage of these remarkable creatures.