Publisher's Synopsis
Gerald Malcolm Durrell OBE was a pioneering British naturalist, writer, zookeeper, conservationist, and television presenter whose life's work profoundly impacted wildlife preservation efforts worldwide. Born on January 7, 1925, in Jamshedpur, British India, Durrell's fascination with animals began at an early age, eventually leading him to become one of the most influential conservationists of the 20th century.
Durrell spent his formative years traveling between India, England, and the Greek island of Corfu, where he developed his deep appreciation for nature and animals. His time in Corfu, chronicled in his beloved book My Family and Other Animals, proved instrumental in shaping his worldview and love for the natural world. Mentored by polymath Theodore Stephanides, Durrell's passion for animals grew into a lifelong mission to protect endangered species.
