By raising public awareness of what we stand to lose through inattention, acclaimed photographers like Thorsten Milse have long played a critical role in the effort to preserve wild spaces and species. In this book, Milse brings you face to face with some of our planet's threatened and endangered animals, presenting captivating portraits that can't help but tug at your emotions. Readers of all ages will enjoy exploring these breathtaking animal photos and learning about what can be done to help protect the creatures and their life zones. Perusing images from around the globe, you will gain added appreciation for the incredible range of species and habitats on our planet--and perhaps be moved to help bring about positive change.