** "In Brightest Africa" by Carl E. Akeley is a gripping account that follows the adventures of a passionate taxidermist and sculptor as he immerses himself in the heart of early 20th-century Africa. The story begins with Akeley's youthful fascination with animals and the ambition to master taxidermy, which drives him to seek training at Ward's Natural Science Establishment. From there, the narrative shifts to the African continent, where Akeley embarks on expeditions filled with both wonder and peril, focusing on magnificent creatures of the wild, like elephants, lions, and gorillas, with his efforts centered on studying and preserving them. His journey paints a vivid picture of Africa’s stunning landscapes and its vulnerable ecosystem, revealing the challenges of balancing preservation with the encroachment of civilization, the ethical questions that arise, and the sheer beauty of the African wild. **
In Brightest Africa
By Carl Ethan Akeley
** Embark on an unforgettable journey to a wild continent where one man's quest to preserve its majestic creatures clashes with the relentless march of progress.
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About the AuthorCarl Ethan Akeley was a pioneering American taxidermist, sculptor, biologist, conservationist, inventor, and nature photographer, noted for his contributions to American museums, most notably to the Milwaukee Public Museum, Field Museum of Natural History and the American Museum of Natural History. He is considered the father of modern taxidermy. He was the founder of the AMNH Exhibitions Lab, the interdisciplinary department that fuses scientific research with immersive design.
Carl Ethan Akeley was a pioneering American taxidermist, sculptor, biologist, conservationist, inventor, and nature photographer, noted for his contributions to American museums, most notably to the Milwaukee Public Museum, Field Museum of Natural History and the American Museum of Natural History. He is considered the father of modern taxidermy. He was the founder of the AMNH Exhibitions Lab, the interdisciplinary department that fuses scientific research with immersive design.
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