Richard Mackay

Although a bit out of date, most of the information contained in this work is still relevant and can be updated in a few minutes on Google. It is simply a discussion of endangered species, mostly in large groupings rather than species by species (i.e., primates, birds, arthropods - some groups are indeed very large). For this reason, you won't find a lot of in depth analysis, though the small factoids included in the graphics do add a bit of additional information about a few chosen species. Overall, it's rather a disappointment, feeling like a quick rush job just to get something out there - called in, you might say. The graphics are interesting and good, but not enough to overcome the weakness of the work in general. Oh, and there are several minor mistakes that annoy and frustrate anyone who is knowledgeable about the field.… (mehr)

What ages would I recommend it too? – Ten and up.

Length? – Most of a day’s read.

Characters? – No.

Setting? – Real World

Written approximately? – 2009.

Does the story leave questions in the readers mind? – Ready to learn more.

Any issues the author (or a more recent publisher) should cover? No.

Short storyline: Covers the process of extinction and preservation of plants and animals.

Notes for the reader: Microscopic text. Mostly up to date.… (mehr)