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The Last Tasmanian Tiger: The History And Extinction Of The Thylacine Prose Books by Robert Paddle.

Synopsis

Title: The Last Tasmanian Tiger: The History and Extinction of the Thylacine
Author/Publisher: Robert Paddle, Cambridge University Press
Publication Year: 2000
Format: 284-page Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Robert Paddle's 'The Last Tasmanian Tiger' stands as a definitive and meticulously researched non-fiction account of one of Australia's most enigmatic and tragically lost creatures, the thylacine. Published by the esteemed Cambridge University Press, this seminal work delves into the full narrative of the Tasmanian tiger, from its evolutionary origins to its final, devastating decline.

This compelling study combines rigorous scientific inquiry with historical analysis, offering a comprehensive understanding of the thylacine's biology, its interactions with human populations, and the complex factors that ultimately led to its extinction. It serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in natural history, zoology, and the profound lessons learned from the loss of a species.

• A Comprehensive Biological Account: Delving into the natural history of the thylacine, this book explores its unique evolutionary path, physiological characteristics, and ecological role as a marsupial carnivore endemic to Australia and its islands.
• The Human Factor: Conflict and Decline: Paddle meticulously documents the complex and often destructive interactions between humans and the thylacine, tracing the historical persecution that ultimately drove the species to its tragic end.
• Investigating Extinction: The author rigorously examines the various contributing factors to the thylacine's disappearance, offering insights into the broader implications of extinction for biodiversity and conservation efforts.
• Illustrated Insights: The narrative is enhanced with illustrations, providing visual context to the thylacine's anatomy, historical depictions, and habitats, enriching the reader's understanding of this lost icon.

As a seminal work on one of Australia's most iconic and tragically lost species, Robert Paddle's 'The Last Tasmanian Tiger' remains an essential reference. This First Edition, published by Cambridge University Press, is a cornerstone for any serious collection focusing on natural history, zoology, or the poignant narrative of extinction.

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