The Condor's Shadow Garners Rave Reviews

The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) today announced the publication of senior ecologist David Wilcove’s book, The Condor’s Shadow: The Loss and Recovery of Wildlife in America (W.H. Freeman & Company). The book provides a unique overview of the history as well as the current status of wildlife and ecosystems in America today. The Condor’s Shadow is beautifully illustrated with the acclaimed wildlife photography of Susan Middleton and David Liittschwager, and includes a foreword by E.O. Wilson.

The Condor’s Shadow examines the changes in the biodiversity of our nation from the first arrival of people in North America to the recent struggles between human activities and wildlife conservation?from the extinction of the woolly mammoth to the fight over the spotted owl. As the protection of endangered species and ecosystems becomes an increasingly complex political and economic story, Wilcove’s book provides the path to a healthy and sustainable future.

Leading experts in wildlife have found the book to be an invaluable resource.

“A must read for those concerned with the fate of biodiversity in the United States.” - Peter H. Raven, director of the Missouri Botanical Garden

“The Condor’s Shadow is a great read, and a valuable, timeless source.” - Ted Williams, editor-at-large, Audubon

“The Condor’s Shadow, well conceived and very well written, is an exceptionally useful book, and all the more so in a time of wildlife crisis.” - Peter Matthiessen, author of Wildlife in America and The Snow Leopard.

“This engaging report … is essential reading for concerned nature lovers, as well a basic resource for environmentalists and policy makers.” -Publishers Weekly (starred review).

“Wilcove’s thorough grounding in ecology and his flair for language combine to make this book stand out from the crowd.” -Library Journal (starred review).