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    Monkeys Are Made of Chocolate: Exotic and Unseen Costa Rica

    By Jack Ewing

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    Discover the mysterious and fascinating ways in which animals and plants—and people—interact with one another in the rainforests of Costa Rica. Author and naturalist Jack Ewing shares a wealth of observations and experiences, gathered from more than three decades of living in southwestern Costa Rica, home to some of the most prolific and diverse ecosystems on Earth. More than just a simple collection of essays, Monkeys are Made of Chocolate is a testament to the wonder of life in all its countless guises, as seen through the eyes of a man with a gift for subtle discernment and a natural flair for storytelling.

    “Jack Ewing’s thirty-year adventure in a Costa Rican jungle has produced a book full of infectious love and amazing lore.” - Daniel Quinn, award-winning author of Ishmael

    Author Jack Ewing:
    In 1970 Jack Ewing and his family left Colorado for Costa Rica where, over the decades, he helped convert a former cattle ranch into Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge, now a well-known ecotourism destination on the southwest coast of Costa Rica. He is currently president of two environmental organizations, ASANA (Association of Friends of Nature) and FUNDANTA (Foundation for the Path of the Tapir Biological Corridor). His books include Monkeys Are Made of Chocolate, and Where Tapirs and Jaguars Once Roamed.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPixyJack Press
    Release dateNov 14, 2016
    ISBN9781936555024
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      This is a terrific compilation of essays from an author who lives in Costa Rica and makes his living by understanding the nature of this Central American country. The essays range from environmentalism to animals, evolution, and conservation.I purchased this book in advance of a family trip to Guanacaste in northwest Costa Rica. I consider this book a must-have for advance research, planning and understanding of the natural-side of this extremely eco-friendly and eco-aware country. "Monkeys" will provide insight into the country's natural history and you'll feel more prepared and aware of what the country has offer.The short essays(ranging from 3-6 pages each) are a quick read - perfect for the pool, beach or plane.