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The amazing tale of one of history’s most daring acts of biopiracy-and how it changed history
In this thrilling real-life account of bravery, greed, obsession, and ultimate betrayal, award- winning writer Joe Jackson brings to life the story of fortune hunter Henry Wickham and his collaboration with the empire that fueled, then abandoned him. In 1876, Wickham smuggled 70,000 rubber tree seeds out of the rainforests of Brazil and delivered them to Victorian England’s most prestigious scientists at Kew Gardens. The story of how Wickham got his hands on those seeds-and the history-making consequences-is the stuff of legend. The Thief at the End of the World is an exciting true story of reckless courage and ambition that perfectly captures the essential nature of Great Britain’s colonial adventure in South America.
ASIN : B001TMCF2O
Publisher : Penguin Books; Reprint edition (February 28, 2008)
Publication date : February 28, 2008
Language : English
File size : 1491 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 579 pages
Customers say
Customers find the book provides an insightful and detailed look into a little-known episode. They describe it as an enjoyable, fascinating read with an epic historical account. The writing quality is described as well-written and descriptive. The book contemplates the history of rubber and its value. It also features a wonderful character study of Wexler and his nomadic life.
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