A review by nawis
The Song of the Dodo: Island Biogeography in an Age of Extinctions by David Quammen

5.0

A bit overlong (600+ pages of main text) for the subject matter, the book was nevertheless entertaining and full of interesting anecdotes about some major scientists involved in the study of island biogeography and conservation biology. While organized somewhat thematically, the structure occasionally leads to repetition or seemingly aimless or belabored digressions that could’ve been edited out to make the book more concise. Despite these flaws, the book is a compelling mix of science/natural history, travel, and biography, delivered in casual yet observant prose, supported by a rich bibliography. A worthwhile read for someone with a strong interest in the topic.