Books / Articles:
Charles is the author of three major works of creative non-fiction, including his newest, Red Delta: Fighting for Life at the End of the Colorado River.
He has also written numerous articles for publications as varied as Smithsonian and Defenders magazine. See his Curriculum Vitae for a complete list of his over 70 articles and essays, or click here to see articles currently viewable online.
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"The
author’s passion for the environment and his empathy for the people
of the delta shine through the text." -- Library Review "The most significant and compelling testimony yet in support of life in Mexico's Colorado River delta." -- Fulcrum Publishing Full text and over 80 full-color photos by Charles Bergman! Click for testimonials and award information |
"Beautifully composed natural history . . . simply superb." -- Kirkus Reviews "Bergman's prose is rich and lively, his search becomes a shared adventure, his affection for 'broken creatures' rings clear, and his perspective elevates hope above desperation." -- Orion 2nd edition now available! Published by the University of Illinois Press, it includes a new introduction and species updates. |
"...intriguing examination of hunting as the most powerful metaphor we have for defining what it means to be male... capable of incisive observation." -- Kirkus Reviews |
Bergman's writings have appeared in a number of periodicals, including including National Geographic, Smithsonian, Natural History, Audubon, and National Wildlife. The following are currently available to view online:
| "Just Add Water" -- Defenders Magazine, Fall 2002 |
| "The Cat that Walks By Itself" -- Originally printed in Smithsonian Magazine, October 2000 |
| "Spain's Wolf Wars" -- International Wildlife, March/April 1997 |
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"Loveable Pests: Japan's Endearing Snow Monkeys Battle Farmers over Crops" -- International Wildlife, March/April 1996 |
| "Peaceful Primates" -- Abstract. Smithsonian Magazine, June 1999. Longer Abstract available here. |
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