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Summary: Misguided information and ratings of Zoo exhibits.......
Review: It is unfortunate that Mr. Nyhuis has focused on some old fashioned ideas of what a good Zoo is. ie: He has rated Tropic World at the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago, as one of the top exhibits in the Zoo world. I have just visited the Zoo and was thoroughly disapointed and often horrified at the lack of realism and any real sense of theTropics. It is this complete difference of opinion that makes me question Mr. Nyhuis criteria of what a good exhibit is. He must base his opinion on size and grandeur. Tropic World is surely immense! However, it's size is it's biggest problem because of it's lack of quality on such a grand scale. Jungle World at NY's Bronx Zoo so far surpasses Tropic World in every way that it is an abomination to even compare the two. This is just one example of Mr. Nyhuis flawed reviews of Zoo's and thier exhibits.
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Summary: More description and a review.
Review: Noteworthy zoos in Canada, Mexico, Europe, and other areas of the world are also included. An entire chapter is devoted to descriptions and photos of interesting zoo animals.
*** "This unique travel book deserves a wide readership. Carefully and throroughly done...Highly recommended..."
--Library Journal (from a starred review)
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Summary: Response to Chicago Reader
Review: The criticism of the opinions in my book are not only unrealistic, but nothing new. What our "friend" from Chicago may not understand is that my book was written from the point of view of the "typical American tourist" (and his/her family). I have heard that many "purists" in the zoo world do not appreciate what the Brookfield Zoo's Tropic World exhibit offers -- a chance to compare the wildlife from the jungles of three different continents, with one of the widest varieties of animal species living together as they do in the wild. Is it realistic? That probably depends on whether or not you have been to the real rain forests of Africa, Asia, or South America. One thing I do know is that every non-zoo professional that I have talked to about Tropic World has raved about it as one of their all-time favorite zoo exhibits. I will say nothing bad about the Bronx Zoo's JungleWorld exhibit, because it is also excellent!! If our Chicago reader (or any other readers) want to see the very best rain forest exhibit, he or she should check out the amazing Lied Jungle in Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo (in Nebraska). I believe we would be in agreement on the excellence of this exhibit. Thank you very much!
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Summary: Valuable Guide
Review: This is an excellent reference to the major zoos in the United States. The author has done an outstanding job of providing a lot of detail about the major exhibits at the different institutions.I have visited a large number of the institutions reviewed, and believe that his descriptions are fairly accurate and up to date, although some exhibits will need to be updated as these zoos continue to improve their facilities.
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Summary: The book's information is truly valuable
Review: This travel book is a well needed addition to any zoo fan's library. It's a great book to keep with you during travels, because it helps you get to the zoos, and how to plan your time when you're there. A recent on-line review's criticism of Tropic World near Chicago shows that opinions differ widely on what is a good exhibit. For instance, I think Tropic World's excellence lies in it's unparalled mix of multiple species. The inter-species interactions are great for visitors, and probably for the animals, too. With such a wide variety of species sharing the same exhibit, 'real' plants would have short lives. Tropic World's realism lies in mixing species rather than keeping them apart for visitor and exhibit convenience.
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Summary: A Great Book For Those Rainy Days
Review: Wow! What a GREAT book! There were parts where I just couldn't put it down. I was kinda mad when a friend of mine gave away the ending, but it was still fun to read. Also contains a genuinely happy ending. I can't believe how great this is! A must-buy! I also hear that the author has a very handsome son.
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