Our Vanishing Wild Life


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Our Vanishing Wild Life is a passionate call to action from William T. Hornaday, a pioneering conservationist, who confronts the alarming decline of wildlife in the early 20th century. Written in 1913, this work reflects Hornaday's deep concern for the natural world and the impact of human activity on animal populations.

In this compelling narrative, Hornaday critiques the greed and cruelty that have led to the destruction of habitats and the extinction of species. He urges society to recognize the urgent need for reform and to take responsibility for the preservation of the earth's creatures. His eloquent prose serves as both a lament for what has been lost and a rallying cry for change.

As relevant today as it was over a century ago, Our Vanishing Wild Life invites listeners to reflect on the relationship between humanity and nature, and to consider the consequences of neglecting our responsibility to protect the environment. This audiobook is a vital reminder of the ongoing struggle for conservation and the importance of safeguarding our planet's biodiversity.

Chapitres

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Foreword and Preface 13:01 Lu par Laura Caldwell
Former Abundance Of Wild Life 17:05 Lu par Carl Manchester
Extinct Species Of North American Birds 26:06 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
The Next Candidates For Oblivion 40:15 Lu par Sarah Jennings
Extinct And Nearly Extinct Species Of Mammals 16:38 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
The Extermination Of Species, State By State 48:12 Lu par Roger Melin
The Regular Army Of Destruction 24:18 Lu par Laura Caldwell
The Guerrillas Of Destruction 26:56 Lu par Laura Caldwell
The Unseen Foes Of Wild Life 26:36 Lu par Kelly Dougherty
Destruction Of Wild Life By Diseases 19:34 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
Destruction Of Wild Life By The Elements 23:48 Lu par Dawn Larsen
Slaughter Of Song-Birds By Italians 40:26 Lu par Lucy Burgoyne (1950-2014)
Destruction Of Song-Birds By Southern Negroes And Poor Whites 26:45 Lu par Katie Gibboney
Extermination Of Birds For Women's Hats 50:39 Lu par Anna Simon
The Bird Tragedy On Laysan Island 11:14 Lu par Accent
Unfair Firearms And Shooting Ethics 38:43 Lu par Lucy Burgoyne (1950-2014)
The Present And Future Of North American Big Game—I 39:31 Lu par Sarah Jennings
The Present And Future Of North American Big Game—II 29:01 Lu par Sarah Jennings
The Present And Future Of African Game 19:56 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
The Present And Future Of Game In Asia 16:21 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
Destruction Of Birds In The Far East. By C. William Beebe 20:45 Lu par Philippa
The Savage View-point Of The Gunner 15:32 Lu par Roger Melin
Our Annual Losses By Insects 10:43 Lu par Sarah Jennings
The Economic Value Of Birds 53:06 Lu par Sarah Jennings
Game And Agriculture: Deer As A Food Supply 23:34 Lu par Sarah Jennings
Law And Sentiment As Factors In Preservation 7:46 Lu par Sibella Denton
The Army Of The Defense 24:47 Lu par Sarah Jennings
How To Make A New Game Law 21:39 Lu par Sarah Jennings
New Laws Needed: A Roll-Call Of The States—I 31:09 Lu par Stephen Kinford
New Laws Needed: A Roll-Call Of The States—II 27:50 Lu par Christopher Jennings
New Laws Needed: A Roll-Call Of The States—III 26:26 Lu par Christopher Jennings
New Laws Needed: A Roll-Call Of The States—IV 35:52 Lu par Christopher Jennings
Need For A Federal Migratory Bird Law, No-Sale-Of-Game Law, And Others 25:37 Lu par Sarah Jennings
Bringing Back The Vanished Birds And Game 23:48 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
Introduced Species That Have Been Beneficial 19:21 Lu par Sibella Denton
Introduced Species That Have Become Pests 14:55 Lu par Sibella Denton
National And State Game Preserves And Bird Refuges 40:51 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
Game Preserves And Game Laws In Canada 23:56 Lu par Sarah Jennings
Private Game Preserves 17:28 Lu par Katie Gibboney
British Game Preserves In Africa 14:05 Lu par Joan Freeman
Breeding Game And Fur In Captivity 20:59 Lu par Sarah Jennings
Teaching Wild-Life Protection To The Young 15:20 Lu par J. M. Smallheer
Ethics Of Sportsmanship 13:59 Lu par Shurtagal
The Duty Of American Zoologists To American Wild Life 21:45 Lu par Sharon Bautista
The Greatest Need Of The Cause; And The Duty Of The Hour 15:48 Lu par Stephen Kinford