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Stolen World: A Tale of Reptiles, Smugglers, and Skulduggery
by Jennie Erin Smith
I initially picked up this book because I have a friend with somewhere around eleven snakes, and I wondered how these species all came to be in the US market. This book painted a fascinating tale of a group of 'old school' reptile wranglers, always seeking out something new and rare in remote locations to ship back to the US through extremely illegal means. After countless legal battles, the men kept going, and persevere to this day in the reptile business.
It was rather shocking to learn how often zoos participated in (and may still participate in) the exchange of clearly illegal animals as well, and how blatantly people will flaunt their illegal catches.
Smith clearly did extensive research for this novel, and it shows, maintaining personal and scientific facts without sacrificing the swift legal drama that unfolds. I found the book difficult to put down, at the end, and I would gladly read any further expose she prints about the pet industry.
It was rather shocking to learn how often zoos participated in (and may still participate in) the exchange of clearly illegal animals as well, and how blatantly people will flaunt their illegal catches.
Smith clearly did extensive research for this novel, and it shows, maintaining personal and scientific facts without sacrificing the swift legal drama that unfolds. I found the book difficult to put down, at the end, and I would gladly read any further expose she prints about the pet industry.