In Search of Sanctuary (Paperback) by Brendan Price

A native of Dublin, Ireland, Brendan Price is a wildlife biologist and lifelong wildlife activist. He lives in Garristown, a quiet country village steeped in folklore and history outside Dublin, from where he continues his life's work in wildlife advocacy and the defence of Ireland's marine ecology. Here he tells a few of his remarkable adventures in his constant contacts with the natural world. 

"Wildlife is an ambassador for the global environment. It is the 'canary in the mine' and the most efficient and vital indicator of the health of our 'life-support systems' of ourselves and of our planet. What ails wildlife ails humanity and, what's more, wildlife holds the secrets to living sustainably and harmoniously on Earth, our home." Brendan Price.   

A life dedicated to wildlife conserveration and the defence of the natural environment has given Brendan a rich tapestry of experiences with the natural world and its interaction with human soceity. These have sometimes been controversial, often joyous, frequently comical and sometimes heartbreaking.  

From the labyrinthine edges of a long-past childhood in Dublin to the wind-swept West coast of Connemara, Brendan's experiences as a wildlife conservation professional describe the social and environmental landscapes of Ireland's past and present. Meanwhile, he always points ahead with his dedication to a sustainable future for humanity and the natural environment that surrounds and supports us.  

In the best tradition of storytelling, these timeless and universal sketches are not just historical and entertaining. They kick off a conversation, draw you in and inspire a reaction on the important stories of today and tomorrow, inspiring even more stories about the interaction between man and wildlife.  

Come travel through our natural world with a lifelong pilgrim, through the social and physical landscapes as familiar to the author as the early city suburbs, mountains, and seascape where he grew up. As you read these reflections you will recognise your place and time and wish to tell your story. Let your nature lead you in the telling and your listeners carry forward more tales.

Brendan Price was educated in the Newman tradition at Catholic University School and University College Dublin. He received distinguished recommendation in the 2014 Hemingway Short Story Competition.

‘Such beautiful words and stories. This little book is a gem - each short chapter - 2-3-4 pages - is a personal account of relieving animals in distress: shackled elephants in a disgusting circus ; taking a Canadian bear home from a pit in Europe; providing shelter for seals in Ireland ; the life of a city dog with no keeper but many friends. Be prepared to cry sometimes. At others to breathe at ease that this world of humans is not so bad. If you have young children, let them read it. I am 90 years old and it made me feel young again.’

Holt Sydney Joseph (1926-2019) Champion of Great Whales and Sanctuary everywhere.

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