Isbn: 9798288389474 - the Lost Coast: a Natural History of an Impossible Island (5 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Forgotten by maps and untouched by man for over two centuries, Cayo Perdido- The Lost Key- is a living paradox. Off the bustling coast of Florida lies an island where nature has staged its most extraordinary experiment. Here, a "curated ecosystem" established by unknown hands has run wild since the age of sail, bringing together a breathtaking, and often brutal, assembly of life from across the globe.Witness Australian emus grazing alongside Spanish cattle, South American macaws clashing with African crowned eagles, and the enigmatic Southern Cassowary- the rainforest's indispensable gardener- shaping an entire landscape. But when a devastating hurricane unleashes its fury, this fragile balance is shattered, forcing unthinkable alliances and igniting a desperate fight for survival.The Lost Coast is more than a natural history; it's a gripping chronicle of chaos, adaptation, and profound resilience. Discover an unconquered kingdom where the ambitions of man have faded, and the raw, unyielding power of life has truly found its own way.Please note: While Cayo Perdido is a fictional island, the species and plant life described within this story are based on real-world biology and ecology. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Forgotten by maps and untouched by man for over two centuries, Cayo Perdido- The Lost Key- is a living paradox. Off the bustling coast of Florida lies an island where nature has staged its most extraordinary experiment. Here, a "curated ecosystem" established by unknown hands has run wild since the age of sail, bringing together a breathtaking, and often brutal, assembly of life from across the globe.Witness Australian emus grazing alongside Spanish cattle, South American macaws clashing with African crowned eagles, and the enigmatic Southern Cassowary- the rainforest's indispensable gardener- shaping an entire landscape. But when a devastating hurricane unleashes its fury, this fragile balance is shattered, forcing unthinkable alliances and igniting a desperate fight for survival.The Lost Coast is more than a natural history; it's a gripping chronicle of chaos, adaptation, and profound resilience. Discover an unconquered kingdom where the ambitions of man have faded, and the raw, unyielding power of life has truly found its own way.Please note: While Cayo Perdido is a fictional island, the species and plant life described within this story are based on real-world biology and ecology. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…