Dian Fossey
What’s inside
Dian Fossey’s landmark work, ‘Gorillas in the Mist,’ chronicles her intensive study and close encounters with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda, revealing their complex social behaviors.
You’ll Learn
- Gaining insight into the life of a dedicated scientist
- Understanding gorilla behavior and social structures
- Appreciating the importance of wildlife conservation
- Learning about the challenges faced in field research
Key Points
- The pioneering journey of Dian Fossey
- Establishing Karisoke Research Center
- Detailed observations of gorilla behavior
- Challenges of wildlife conservation
- Deep emotional bonds with gorillas
- Impact of poaching and human conflict
- Legacy in gorilla conservation
Who’s it For
- Wildlife enthusiasts
- Conservationists
- Primatologists
- Biography readers
- Environmental activists
About the author
Dian Fossey was a passionate primatologist and conservationist renowned for her intensive study of mountain gorillas in Rwanda.