Description
Saving Chimpanzees: A Man on a Rescue Mission by Eugene Cussons is a memoir documenting the author’s efforts to protect and rehabilitate endangered chimpanzees across Africa. In collaboration with the Jane Goodall Institute South Africa, Cussons established Chimp Eden, a sanctuary in the Lowveld that provides abused and orphaned chimpanzees with a safe environment, social interaction, and expert care. The book recounts his daring rescue missions from conflict zones and areas affected by poverty, habitat destruction, and the bushmeat trade, highlighting the challenges of relocating traumatised primates while navigating legal, political, and personal risks. Through vivid storytelling and first-hand accounts, Cussons illustrates the intelligence, vulnerability, and social complexity of chimpanzees, offering insight into the human threats they face and the dedication required to save them.
This memoir is intended for readers interested in wildlife conservation, animal rescue, and environmental activism, combining thrilling real-life experiences with a compelling message about protecting one of humanity’s closest relatives.
