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Tigers in the Snow

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"Tigers in the Snow" is a 2002 book by Peter Matthiessen, an American novelist and naturalist. The work chronicles the plight of the Siberian tiger, highlighting the challenges faced by this endangered species. Matthiessen's writing often focuses on the destructive impact of technology on natural environments and preindustrial cultures, advocating for conservation. His other notable works include "The Snow Leopard," which won the National Book Award for nonfiction.1

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