Overview of Flight of the Iguana by David Quammen

Analysis of chapters - Introduction This chapter, or introduction in this case, is exactly what it is labeled; referral. The main idea of ​​this introduction is more or less used to explain the purpose of this book. It is also used to understand readers about what is going to happen. Through the preface, author David Quammen refers to a unique and unprecedented creature that exists in nature. These organisms sound not only strange, but many organisms usually behave very unusually.

The book "The Song of the Dodo" written by David Quarmont is an amazing shocking work, its range is breathtaking and its information is widespread. The way we understand the natural world. Put it in that world. It is also a book filled with entertainment and miracles. "Dodo's song" traces the wisdom of Kuan Men through the excellent naturalist's thought, theory and experiments of the past 2 centuries. We chase him all over the world and follow the theme of island biogeography, including research on the origin and extinction of all species. Why is the idea of ​​this island so important? As Quammen points out, the island is the most extinct place for species, so we live in an era where all landscapes of the earth are carved into island fragments by human activity. Also, we met several charming characters.

David Quammen (2004) took up the Alfred Russell Wallace in the distant Malay archipelago in the mid-19th century at the end of the book on habitat fragmentation, loss of biodiversity, and conservation biology. Insight into the potential impact of human beings Diversity of species that make up the natural world: On the one hand, these delicate creatures should live their lives Show their charm in these savage and desolate areas That seems very sad. Barbarous acts; on the other hand, if civilized people reach these distant lands and bring morality, knowledge and physical light to the depths of these virgin forests, the balance of organic and inorganic I can be confident that it will hinder the relationship. Its unique structure and beauty are suitable for appreciation and enjoyment: this consideration will definitely tell you that not all living things were born for human beings (WALLACE apud QUAMMEN, 2004), pg

Another unusual book is David Quammen's biogeographical masterpiece, The Dodo's song, he explores the mystery of evolution and extinction. Because they were found in the study of the island. Quammen has created an exciting science adventure. Writing this book hands over readers to be in time for some of the most important discoveries in biology - those who are afraid to discover when he publishes. However, the quest for early scientists such as Carl Linneaus, Charles Darwin, Joseph Banks, Hooker, TH, Huxley, and especially Alfred Russell, interactions, and a rigorous review rice of interactions and less-known insights and facts, "People who know the island that is a pioneer of evolutionary biology gathered his best insight in an outdoor survey of remote islands that he says that time, size, and isolation are making a difference I discovered.