Peter Laufer Bücher

Mann trifft Kröte Wer kann besser über das Leben auf Erden berichten als eine Schildkröte? Sie bewohnt unseren Planeten länger als fast jede andere Art und hat miterlebt wie sich dieser durch das Zutun der Menschen massiv verändert hat. Eine Evolutionsgeschichte und ein Aufruf. Die Spezies der Schildkröte könnte Geschichten über die Evolution und ihre Ursachen erzählen, von denen der Mensch, der im Vergleich ein Jüngling auf Erden ist, nur träumen kann. Angeregt durch das Zusammenleben mit seiner Schildkröte Fred, hat Peter Laufer diese Geschichten niedergeschrieben: von den ersten Begegnungen zwischen Mensch und dem gepanzerten Reptil, bis zur Realität des Schildkrötenlebens, das untrennbar mit dem ökologischen Schicksal der Meere und dem Klimawandel verknüpft ist. Es ist eine kulturgeschichtliche Reise in eine längst vergangene Zeit, ebenso wie ein Aufruf für die Zukunft unseres Planeten einzutreten. Mit einem Vorwort von Richard Branson. »Peter Laufer entführt uns in die Welt der Schildkröten und lässt diese gemächlichen, stetigen, ungeschickten und primitiven Verwandten der Dinosaurier unsere Fantasie, Sympathie und Liebe gewinnen.«

Als der Journalist Peter Laufer in seinem Supermarkt in Oregon „biologische“ Walnüsse kauft, ist er verblüfft: Sie stammen aus – Kasachstan! Dies veranlasst ihn, tiefer hinter die Kulissen zu blicken. Er macht sich auf die Reise um die ganze Welt, um herauszufinden, wo seine täglich konsumierten Nahrungsmittel wie Kaffee und Gemüse eigentlich herkommen. Seine Erlebnisse in Deutschland, Österreich, Italien, Spanien, Bolivien und den USA zeigen, wie leicht wir dazu verführt werden, „Bio“-Produkte zu kaufen und den Kennzeichnungen blind zu vertrauen. Dieses Buch deckt Missstände auf und zeigt, wo es gerade bei uns auch positive Beispiele gibt. Die abenteuerliche Geschichte unseres Essens – aufrüttelnd, informativ und unterhaltsam.

Radical proposals are presented for transforming the U.S.-Mexico border, advocating for an entirely open border for Mexican travelers. The book challenges conventional immigration policies, offering a detailed blueprint that seeks to fundamentally reshape how the border operates, emphasizing the benefits of unrestricted movement between the two nations.

Investigative journalist Peter Laufer delves into the dark world of international animal smuggling, uncovering the motivations behind the illicit trade of exotic pets. He explores the intricate network of hunters, traders, and buyers, revealing how greed drives the crisis threatening numerous wild species. Through gripping accounts from law enforcement and prosecutors, the book highlights the types of animals being trafficked, the locations involved, and the alarming reality that dangerous creatures could be living in unsuspecting neighborhoods.

"In the years following the Holocaust, the Jewish community in Germany was tiny, decimated by the Nazis and shrinking fast as most survivors died or emigrated. But once the Berlin Wall fell, the German government invited Soviet-bloc Jews to come make a new life in prosperous and democratic Germany." "Exodus to Berlin tells the story of that migration. Since 1989 more than 100,000 Jews have accepted Germany's invitation, filling Berlin and the rest of the country with a vibrant subculture. Germany now wakes up to synagogues filling for services, bagels and blintzes in new restaurants, and the mournful strains of Klezmer music in clubs and at street festivals. Jews are finding sanctuary in Germany from the anti-Semitism, violence, and economic chaos that plague the former Soviet empire." "But almost simultaneous with the first flow of Jewish immigrants, and stimulated by the failure of German unification to deliver promised prosperity to the former East Germany, neo-Nazis have been on the march in Germany, vowing to reclaim "Germany for the Germans!" Their activities have ominous echoes. More than a hundred murders and countless acts of vandalism are blamed on marauding right-wingers."--BOOK JACKET

Offering practical advice for women travelers, this revised book emphasizes awareness and safety to enhance travel experiences. It includes updated chapters on identifying scams, selecting reliable companions, dressing appropriately, and finding trustworthy guides. The guide also addresses hotel registration tips and provides packing suggestions, such as bringing extra rubber doorstops and document copies, ensuring a well-prepared journey.

A fascinating exploration into the world of turtles across the globe; Laufer charts the lore, love, and peril to a beloved species. Dreaming in Turtle is a compelling story of a stalwart animal prized from prehistory through to today—an animal threatened by human greed, pragmatism, and rationalization. It stars turtles and shady and heroic human characters both, in settings ranging from luxury redoubts to degraded habitats, during a time when the confluence of easy global trade, limited supply, and inexhaustible demand has accelerated the stress on species. The growth of the middle class in high-population regions like China, where the turtle is particularly valued, feeds this perfect storm into which the turtle finds itself lashed. This is a tale not just of endangered turtles but also one of overall human failings, frailties, and vulnerabilities—all punctuated by optimistic hope for change fueled by dedicated turtle champions.

Exploring the butterfly industry reveals a complex world intertwined with beauty and darkness. Peter Laufer's journey takes him from a peaceful preserve in Nicaragua to the shadowy realms of collectors and criminals, exposing issues like organized crime, ecological harm, and species depletion. He delves into the cultural significance of butterflies in mythology and art, while also highlighting the greed and vanity that complicate their allure. This captivating narrative offers a unique perspective on nature's wonders and the hidden chaos surrounding them.