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Vet at the End of the Earth

Adventures with Animals in the South Atlantic

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Vet at the End of the Earth

By: Jonathan Hollins
Narrated by: Jonathan Hollins
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A vet’s life with a difference: all creatures, great and small, in the diverse and distinctive South Atlantic islands.

The role of resident vet in the British Overseas Territories of the Falklands, St Helena, Tristan da Cunha, and Ascension encompasses the complexities of caring for the world’s oldest land animal—a 200-year-old giant tortoise—and MoD mascots at the Falklands airbase; pursuing mystery creatures and invasive microorganisms; relocating herds of reindeer; and rescuing animals in extraordinarily rugged landscapes, from subtropical cloud forests to volcanic cliff faces.

Hugely entertaining and affectionate, Jonathan Hollins’ tales of island vetting are not only full of ingenuity and astounding fauna—they are also steeped in the unique local cultures, history, and peoples of the islands, far removed from the hustle of continental life. They are perfect for animal lovers, adventurers and armchair travelers alike.

©2023 Jonathan Hollins (P)2023 Duckworth Books Animals Biological Sciences Ecosystems & Habitats Environment Nature & Ecology Outdoors & Nature Science Conservation

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Critic reviews

"Delightful, fascinating, entertaining, ideal for anyone with a passion for the natural world." (Dr. Hilary Jones MBE)

"A Great Veterinary Adventure set in the wilds of the South Atlantic—highly recommended!" (Gareth Steel, author of Never Work with Animals)

"Charming descriptions of a life well led on the fringes; vividly told with compassion and humour." (Jonathan C. Slaght, author of Owls of the Eastern Ice)
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Fabulous autobiographical account of a vets adventures across the South Atlantic. Humorous and well written with some insightful stories.

Humorous and informative recollection of a vet’s adventures during their career in the South Atlantic.

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