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“Our sense of safety depends on predictability, so anything living outside the usual rules we suspect to be an outlaw, a ghoul.”

Quote by Diane Ackerman

Book:Moon By Whale Light: And Other Adventures Among Bats,Penguins, Crocodilians, and Whales

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Moon By Whale Light: And Other Adventures Among Bats,Penguins, Crocodilians, and Whales

This book offers a series of captivating narratives that delve into the extraordinary lives and behaviors of various marine and terrestrial animals, including bats, penguins, crocodilians, and whales. more

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Diane Ackerman is an American author known for her rich imagination and unique writing style. Her works cover a wide range of subjects including nature, literature, and art, with her books 'A Year in the Garden' and 'A Natural History of the Senses' particularly beloved by readers. more

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