Dangerous World of Butterflies

The Startling Subculture of Criminals, Collectors, and Conservationists

Autori

• Peter Laufer

Parametri

• 288 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Natura
• Natura, animali
• Saggistica
• Scienze Naturali
• Storia

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Exploring the butterfly industry reveals a complex world intertwined with beauty and darkness. Peter Laufer's journey takes him from a peaceful preserve in Nicaragua to the shadowy realms of collectors and criminals, exposing issues like organized crime, ecological harm, and species depletion. He delves into the cultural significance of butterflies in mythology and art, while also highlighting the greed and vanity that complicate their allure. This captivating narrative offers a unique perspective on nature's wonders and the hidden chaos surrounding them.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

(In brossura)