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Author: Gerald Durrell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Companion Book Club, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket – cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This delightful natural history memoir, Catch Me A Colobus, chronicles Gerald Durrell’s adventurous expedition to West Africa in pursuit of rare and exotic animals for his burgeoning zoo. Durrell vividly recounts the challenges and triumphs of capturing various species, particularly his quest for the elusive colobus monkey. The narrative presents a charming blend of scientific observation and personal anecdotes, illustrating the author’s deep affection for the animal kingdom. Readers will find themselves immersed in the vibrant landscapes and unique encounters, all told with Durrell’s characteristic wit and passion for conservation.