The Science Of Hope

Eye to eye with our world's wildlife

Photographs by Scott Davis
Published by Exisle Publishing
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

A breathtaking visual journey exploring why certain animal species capture our attention, and showcasing hopeful conservation efforts around the world.

From polar bears to mountain gorillas, penguins to sea otters, certain animals capture our imagination. These are the animals that become mascots for conservation campaigns. By why these creatures instead of other equally endangered animals?

The answer lies in their cuteness or charisma! The great white shark fascinates us even as we fear it. The comical waddle of the penguin entrances us. Illustrated with breathtaking images by one of the world’s leading wildlife photographers, The Science of Hope informs as it educates, describing the psychology and science behind our desire to connect with these animals while promoting a message of hope by highlighting positive conservation efforts around the world.

About The Author

Dr Wiebke Finkler is a creative marketing researcher, filmmaker and science communicator, with a focus on using storytelling to promote sustainable human-wildlife interactions.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Exisle Publishing (September 1, 2021)
  • Length: 160 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781925820645

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Raves and Reviews

“Illustrated with images by one of the world’s leading wildlife photographers, The Science of Hope takes you on a visual journey and shines a spotlight on hopeful conservation efforts happening around the world."

– The West Australian

"The book was a delight to read and it is a credit to the author and photographer. It will most certainly appeal to anyone who has even a modicum of interest in wildlife."

– Wildlife Detective Blog

“A photographic journey which explores animals that humans are fascinated by alongside conservation initiatives”

– Good Reading

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