Where Tapirs and Jaguars Once Roamed: Ever-Evolving Costa Rica

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references.; An ecological and social history of southwestern Costa Rica, from the land formation of Central America to present day--; Provided by publisher. Review Quotes: For Jack's many fans, the stories recalling episodes of his 45-year, personal evolution from cattle rancher, to emerging naturalist and conservationist, to renowned environmentalist will be equally enlightening and entertaining. This book will appeal to a wide range of readers; anyone who has had the pleasure of experiencing the natural Costa Rica. -- Dorothy MacKinnon "travel writer"Review Quotes: Transports the reader into Costa Rica with an intimacy born from the author's life there and with a vividness that would be difficult to match even seeing it for yourself. It is fascinating and personal, never dry or academic, yet by the end there's no denying it's a thoroughly educational read. -- Ray Kruegar-Koplin "Toucan Maps"Review Quotes: The Costa Rican conservation story is a fascinating one and Jack Ewing has been an incredibly effective participant in its success. The book gives a very real and personal context to it. And he's a great story teller as well. -- Richard Andrus "Binghamton University, NY"Review Quotes: Because of Jack Ewing and people like him we are sure to see the return of the tapir and jaguar to this extraordinary biological corridor, keeping this part of Costa Rica truly the "rich coast" as it was meant to be. This book is a must read for those who love Costa Rica and those yet to discover this beautiful country. -- Pat Cheek "Quepolandia"Publisher Marketing: Look beyond Costa Rica's natural beauty and you'll discover a tumultuous yet fascinating history. Join author Jack Ewing as he explores the origins and development of the south-central Pacific coast and recounts his 45-year journey from cattle rancher to conservationist. Now, thanks in large part to his efforts at Hacienda Baru National Wildlife Refuge and with the Path of the Tapir Biological Corridor, we may one day see jaguars and tapirs return to the area. Contributor Bio:  Ewing, Jack In 1970 Jack Ewing and his family left Colorado for Costa Rica where, over the decades, he helped convert a former cattle ranch into Hacienda Bar National Wildlife Refuge, now a well-known ecotourism destination on the southwest coast of Costa Rica. He is currently president of two environmental organizations, ASANA (Association of Friends of Nature) and FUNDANTA (Foundation for the Path of the Tapir Biological Corridor). His books include Monkeys Are Made of Chocolate, and Where Tapirs and Jaguars Once Roamed.