Socotra

Located in the Arabian Sea, east of the Horn of Africa, the Socotra Islands of Yemen are often referred to as the `Galapagos of the Indian Ocean'

Socotra: A Natural History of the Islands and their People

Catherine Cheung and Lyndon DeVantier. Science Editor: Kay Van Damme

Located in the Arabian Sea, east of the Horn of Africa, the Socotra Islands of Yemen are often referred to as the `Galapagos of the Indian Ocean'. In 2003, the islands became a UNESCO Man and Biosphere Reserve, acknowledging the intimate relationship between the islanders and their environment. Its nomination as a natural World Heritage Site is underway.

This book provides a comprehensive review of the islands' flora, fauna and people. Thoroughly researched and referenced, with contributions from over 100 international and national specialists.

Through this book, the authors hope to arouse interest and engender actions to sustain Socotra's unique natural and cultural history into the future. More...

hardcover | 2006 | #161475 | £39.50

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