Human greed, cruelty and stupidity have wiped out numerous species in the past; these will continue to operate, but in the future human numbers will be the greatest hazard of all. As the world's human population grows, more and more of the animals' natural habits will be polluted and destroyed, and they will be able to survive only in zoos.
Edward Gorey reviewing Emily Hahn’s book Animal Gardens for the Chicago Tribune 5 November 1967











