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In 1765, eminent botanist Philibert Commerson was appointed official naturalist to a grand new expedition: the first French circumnavigation of the world. Jeanne Baret - Commerson's young mistress and collaborator - disguised herself as a teenage boy and signed on as his assistant. Ridley brings to life Jeanne Baret and her pioneering journey.

(Paperback)

Awarded the prestigious Institute of Historical Research Prize, Ridley's sparkling history brings vividly to life the tragicomic story of a rhinoceros named Clara who became a star in 18th century Europe.

(Paperback, Main)

The first ever account of the tragic-comic story of Clara: an 18th century globe-trotting celebrity, who also happened to be a 3-tonne rhinoceros.