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Narlikar Louis E. Durrell visited Madagascar in to start captive breeding of a number of endemic species like the aye-aye. Kirpal Georges B. Mauritius and other Mascarene Islands. Cancel Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography settings. Cookies are used to provide, analyse and improve our services; provide chat tools; and show you relevant content on advertising. Nov 05, Stephen Brooke rated it it was amazing Shelves: naturebiography. Too many words spent on his declining health and death though. Did his mother ever remarry? Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biographypages. We use Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography to improve this site Cookies are used to provide, analyse and improve our services; provide chat Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography and show you relevant content on advertising. Despite Durrell's jokes at Larry's expense, the two were close friends all their lives. Durrell leased the manor and set up his zoo on the redesigned manor grounds. But an interesting story of a dedicated man. Note that Botting does not spare the truth about Gerald's temper, or his failings it appears that the Durrells shared 'an alcohol gene' but nor does he leave out the charm and ability to enthuse others to follow in his footsteps that were also so much part of the man. Retrieved 19 February It was difficult to find a job in the war and post-war years, especially for a home-schooled youth, but the enterprising Durrell worked as a helper at an aquarium and pet store. Well written except that I sometimes felt that the author was such a big fan of Durrell that he lost a certain amount of objectivity and therefore balance in his assessment of the man. They have no sort of preten A very thorough and detailed biography of one of the great naturalists of our time. Angwantibogiant otter shrew. Archived from the original on 24 February Eliel Kenneth O. I read it as an ebook — which I prefer — text only. Whelan Karel F. Learn about new offers and get more deals by joining our newsletter. Patasgalagogrey-necked rockfowl. Feb 28, Iona Stewart rated it it was amazing. Kaplan Leo A. Aug 06, Cognac Legion rated it really liked it Shelves: favoritesmemoir-autobio. The Bird I was right! Thonemann Phillip V. Gerry was a gifted writer, wonderfully humorous, and a captivating raconteur. Mar 30, Sue Heaser rated it liked it Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography biography. Two back-to-back conservation missions and animal collecting expeditions for local breeding and the Jersey Zoo. Durrell had a liver transplant in King's College Hospital on 28 March[14] and he died of septicaemia on 30 Januaryshortly after his Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography birthday in Jersey General Hospital. And he could write like a dream. Schneider Glenn T. Community Reviews. The publication of My Family and Other Animals in made Durrell a notable author and brought him public recognition as a naturalist. The official appeal Saving Animals from Extinction was launched inat a time when British zoos were not faring well and London Zoo was in danger of closing down. Accept all Manage Cookies Cookie Preferences We use cookies and similar tools, including those used by approved third parties collectively, "cookies" for the purposes described below. In Durrell started the training centre for conservationists at the zoo, or the "mini-university" in his words. The family moved to Britain shortly before the death of his father Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography and settled in the Upper NorwoodCrystal Palace area of South London. Palade Arthur B. It gave him a special mission. Add to basket. Saint HelierJersey. An amazing life. If you have no idea what I'm on about, google Jambo Jersey zoo. A drinker, something of a Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography as a husband, generally not a man who lead an examined life. Written with complete access to the Durrell family archives and Gerald Durrell's private papers, this affecting biography follows its subject from an eccentric boyhood in Imperial India to the international prominence he gained in print and on television as one of the world's foremost animal conservationists. Donald Gray. To ask other readers questions about Gerald Durrellplease sign up. South American fur sealPatagonian harevampire batMagellanic penguin. Durrell met his second wife Lee McGeorge Durrell in when he lectured at Duke Universitywhere she was studying for a PhD in animal communication. Be the first to review this product. Written with complete access to the Durrell family archives and Gerald Durrell's private papers, this Gerald Durrell: The Authorised Biography biography follows its subject from an eccentric boyhood in Imperial India to the international prominence he gained in print and on television as one of the world's foremost animal conservationists. Douglas Botting seems to have a blind admiration for Gerald Durrell, and everything he did is wonderful and spectacular. Gerry did nothing to tackle his drinking problem. Home Contact us Help Free delivery worldwide. These are two quotes from this book that prevent me from reading this biography to its end: "Jacquie Gerald's wife was beside herself. Volcano rabbitthick-billed parrot. I enjoyed reading this book and it has renewed my interest in animal welfare and preservation. May 27, Stella rated it it was amazing Shelves: re-reading. A hard, outdoor life led Durrell to health problems in the s. He was a pioneer with a marvellous sense of humour. The children's chapter of the trust is called the Dodo Club. This experience provided material for his book A Zoo in My Luggage. 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