# Homesick for a World Unknown: The Life of George B. Schaller

Homesick for a World Unknown: The Life of George B. Schaller is Miriam Horn’s biography of the field biologist and wildlife conservationist. The listing describes his research among gorillas and other wild animals, his influence on wildlife science, and his role in conservation across several continents.

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## At a glance

- A biography of field biologist George B. Schaller by Miriam Horn.
- Covers Schaller’s research on gorillas, tigers, lions, jaguars, pandas and other wildlife.
- The publisher description connects his field research with changing views of animals and wildlife conservation.

## Pros

- The subject’s work spans multiple regions and animal species, offering a broad view of field biology and conservation.
- The listing describes the book as drawing on Schaller’s journals, letters and interviews.

## Cons

- At 640 pages, this is a substantial read rather than a brief introduction.

## Specifications

### Book details
- Publisher: Penguin Press
- Publication date: April 21 2026
- Language: English
- Print length: 640 pages
- ISBN-10: 1984881345
- ISBN-13: 978-1984881342
### Dimensions and installation
- Weight listed: 850 g
- Dimensions: 16.15 x 4.09 x 24.18 cm

## A good fit for

- Readers interested in wildlife biographies, field biology or conservation history.
- Readers looking for an account of George B. Schaller’s life and research.

## Less suited to

- Readers seeking a short overview or a practical field guide.

## Customer feedback

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is Homesick for a World Unknown about?
It is a biography of field biologist George B. Schaller, covering his wildlife research and conservation work.
### Which animals are discussed in the listing?
The description mentions mountain gorillas, Indian tigers, Serengeti lions, Brazilian jaguars, Chinese pandas and Tibetan brown bears.
### How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 640 pages.

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