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Carl Malcolm described it as 'one of the most sort of haunting books' and praised how Matthiessen captures stories of wildlife loss on the continent, particularly the passenger pigeons as drivers of forest disturbance, in 'the most haunting and poetic language.'

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Referenced during discussion about condor conservation and captive breeding programs. The speaker mentions: 'It was in Matheson's book America's what was it called Wildlife in America. I read it, but I don't remember it.' The book was being cited regarding Audubon's position on collecting birds for captive breeding programs.