Galapagos at the Crossroads: Pirates, Biologists, Tourists, and Creationists Battle for Darwin's Cradle of Evolution
"A modern portrait of the islands... as tourists, fishermen, and immigrants exact  their toll on the fragile ecosystem."                                                                                                        —Conservation Magazine(Society for Conservation Biology)"A fantastic tutorial for anyone curious about  the natural and human health of the island state today."  — Jon Bowermaster, filmmaker,  photographer, and writer"An outstanding saga of a threatened ecosystem...specific  and revealing ... a 'must' for any library serious about science and ecological issues."   — Midwest Book Review"Portrays today's Galapagos caught in a deadly vortex of  interests that may destroy one of the world's last Edens."— Broadway Books"Explores  the changing landscape of one of the most interesting and biologically diverse ecosystems  on Earth."—Willamette Week"If you are looking for an example of the battle between  the natural environment and human encroachment, this book provides the perfect case."— The Andersen Library Blog"A vivid, lyrical account of natural wonders and growing  threats...invasive species, illegal fishing, political corruption, lack of education,  eco-tourism."  —The Denver Post"Bassett ... uses science, journalism and personal story to illuminate a species ... as a barometer for how the planet is faring." — The Register-Guard"Absorbing and convincing..." — The News-Reporter"...could have easily been called Galápagos in the Crosshairs. She makes a passionate case for the preservation of these islands." —American Scientist "Takes a hard look at the real story: Due to a number of modern-day issues, the islands are in jeopardy." —Cosis.net