Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins

A Natural History

Ranked #80 in Turtles

Praise for the first edition: "With deft prose and engaging anecdotes, Mr. Orenstein takes us skillfully through a vast amount of information... [his] treatment is nothing short of masterly." —Science Books and Films

"Abounds with excellent color photographs. Recommended for all public and academic libraries." —Library Journal

The remarkable adaptations of turtles, tortoises and terrapins have helped them survive for over 200 million years. They are the most wide-ranging of reptiles, found in deserts, forests and the open ocean. But they are also among the world's most...
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