In the Bay of Bengal, where the Ganges meets the sea, lies the Sundarbans, a lush river delta thick with mangrove trees, tidal waterways, and mudflats. It’s home to deer, otters, saltwater crocs, and countless other creatures, including the elusive Bengal Tiger. Alan Rabinowitz, one of the world’s most respected and articulate wildlife conservationists, journeys deep into this ancient land—which may be the last remaining viable habitat on earth for the endangered tiger. Traveling by boat through a maze of interconnected inlets, hoping to encounter a tiger at every turn, he meets villagers, forest guards, freedom fighters, and fisherman, all of whom share stories that add to the tiger’s lore and magnificence and underscore why Rabinowitz says conservation is a war. Along the way, Rabinowitz shares stories of his own, which reveal why he has spent his life fearlessly venturing into untamed corners to protect endangered animals, and why this particular journey is his most meaningful and urgent yet.  RYS