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This was a very informative history of the human side of the Galapagos. Hickman integrates long quotations from various writers observations on the Galapagos - from pirates to poets. It was a bit gruesome to hear about the decimation of the tortoise population (while enjoying seeing what is left of them). This book provided me with helpful context for understanding where I am.