Author Talk: The Zoo Lady - How Belle Benchley Built the San Diego Zoo

Award-winning author Dr. Sandra Bonura will discuss her latest book, The Zoo Lady: How Belle Benchley Built the San Diego Zoo, the true story of the woman who transformed a struggling local attraction into one of the world’s most beloved zoological institutions. At a time when women were expected to stay on the sidelines, Belle Benchley shattered barriers with courage, compassion, and an unwavering belief in learning from the animals themselves. As the first woman to lead a major zoo and a pioneer in conservation and education, she helped shape the future of zoology while inspiring generation…

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