About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses a deep concern for animal welfare or a budding interest in veterinary science. It is an ideal bridge for the middle-schooler who has outgrown picture books about animals but still craves real-world stories of heroism and scientific discovery. The book chronicles the tireless efforts of the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project in Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Through vivid photography and expert reporting, Pamela S. Turner explores themes of global responsibility, the intersection of human and animal health, and the grit required to work in challenging environments. It balances the harsh realities of poaching and habitat loss with the hopeful, hands-on work of the doctors. It is a sophisticated look at conservation that treats its young readers with respect, offering a window into a career that combines high-tech medicine with rugged outdoor adventure.
