Bushmaster! Hunting the Snake-Hunter - An author talk by Dan Eatherley
Exeter-based author and former wildlife filmmaker Dan Eatherley talks about the story behind his book Bushmaster: Raymond Ditmars and the Hunt for the World’s Largest Viper.
Bushmaster is the story of one man’s obsession with an enigmatic and deadly reptile. Raymond Ditmars (1876-1942), the first curator of reptiles at New York’s world-famous Bronx Zoo, popularised cold-blooded animals as never before. His love for snakes, insects and other misunderstood creatures was conveyed in books, l
Doors open at 6pm for drinks and supper from Tea of the Green, with the talk starting at about 7.30pm. Early booking is strongly recommended as most talks are sold out.
Ticket prices are £15 (inclu
Devon and Exeter Institution, 7 Cathedral Close, Exeter EX1 1EZ
Fri 22 Feb 2019