A Pangolin Slept on Buddha's Lap

By Madeleine Dale,

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A captivating tale about the wonders of wildlife and the trials of conservation. Wolf Vandengetz has the ideal post for an adventurous scientist, researching prides of lions. Then he gets a promotion. With a heavy heart, he leaves his fieldwork in the Serengeti to administer a program to save endangered…

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1 author picked A Pangolin Slept on Buddha's Lap as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I learned so much about the darker side of conservation , the unlawful trafficking of endangered species, the true nature of eco-tourism. The author really knows the subject matter inside out and has written a beautiful story that's full of heart. This needs to be read by everyone with a conscience, if only to honour the scientists who go into conservation (surely a heart-breaking discipline)

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