Each copy of the books shown below contribute to the Australian Wildlife Hospital, a major project Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Worldwide Ltd, for the preservation of the koala and other Australian creatures under threat.

$5.99 / $28.99

The Dreamtime is Australia's time before time. Animals and birds and plants came into being and took their current forms, and Australia became what it is today—a place of wonder and diversity, populated by unique creatures found nowhere else. More.

Now, however, Australia and its creatures are under threat—from habitat destruction, global warming, and the incursions of predators not native to Australia. This book of Aboriginal stories, retold by award-winning author Lee Barwood, brings the time of Dreaming to life. From the Great Flood to the story of how the koala lost its tail, these are some glimpses into ancient Aboriginal folklore.

$37.99

Drawn from what the American Library Associationhas has named "the best collection of koala images available," Koalas: Zen in Fur, by Joanne Ehrich, is a truly global compilation of 320 mostly previously unpublished photographs. A total of 90 photographers from around the world contributed the images they captured of Australia's most beloved native. The photographs, accompanied by descriptions of koalas, make up the highest number of koala photographs ever published in a single book. More.

Michael Hornby, CEO, Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Worldwide Ltd: "Koalas: Zen in Fur is a book to be treasured. It captures magnificently the beauty of a beloved Australian native species that delights and captivates animal lovers the world over. Each image compels us, more than words ever could, to do our utmost to ensure the koala's continued care and protection. By purchasing this book you will be assisting in this endeavor and sharing the dream of Steve Irwin, the original Wildlife Warrior."

About the Australian Wildlife Hospital More.

In March of 2004 the Australian Wildlife Hospital opened its doors. Its existence inspired by Lyn Irwin, Steve Irwin's mother, who was herself a wildlife rescuer, its purpose is to provide much-needed medical care to the animals of Australia so that they may be released back to their wild homes. With state-of-the-art facilities and a superb staff, the Hospital takes in more than 600 koalas each year, and that number is increasing. But beyond koalas, the Hospital also treats other species—from Steve's beloved crocs to tiny feather-tail gliders, sea eagles, kookaburras, wallabies, and kangaroos and everything in between. The average cost of treating an animal at the Hospital is $175 per day, but treatment can run thousands more than that. Sea turtle and koala patients often require weeks or even months of rehabilitation, and that is expensive—that's why they need our help so much. For more information about the Hospital, click here.

New: An Interview with the Senior Veterinarian at the Australian Wildlife Hospital More.

Dr. Jon Hanger is a remarkable man whose path has taken him to new heights in research and treatment for wildlife. From koala handler at Lone Pine Sanctuary to cutting-edge koala researcher in the quest to find an answer to the problem of koala retrovirus and its role in chlamydiosis, the disease that claims so many koalas today, he also has initiated a groundbreaking program of research to learn the migration patterns of koalas that have been rehabilitated and returned to the wild—and also learn whether they are able to establish viable home ranges. His devotion to the care of wildlife has taken him from Australia to the shores of Banda Aceh, where he and a specialist rescue team provided much-needed medical care to the elephants recovering bodies from the rubble of the tsunami, as well as humanitarian aid for forest guards. Click here to learn his thoughts on everything from habitat fragmentation to the problems facing veterinarians in private practice who want to help wildlife.

New: An Interview with Gail Gipp, Manager of the Australian Wildlife Hospital More.

Imagine, for a moment, living at your workplace and being on call 24/7. To most people that would be an utter nightmare—how many of us could go on in life doing that? But when you're in the right job, doing work that you love, such a schedule is a challenge, not a torment.

Gail Gipp, manager of the Australian Wildlife Hospital, does exactly that, and it's clear that she loves her work and her lifestyle. She is one busy woman, but from her bubbly conversation you can tell that she thrives on her demanding schedule. In the Hospital's "busy season," she sleeps very little, and is constantly on the go to care for the animals in her charge; her love for them shines through her words. We were fortunate to speak with her. Full interview.

Australian Wildlife Hospital: Patient Profiles More.

Whether it's a koala or a turtle or a feather-tail glider, whether it climbs, swims, flies, or crawls, the Australian Wildlife Hospital has patients of every sort, challenging the skills of its staff and volunteers to provide solutions for even the rarest of animals. Click here to read about Steve, the young koala whose care actually presented an ethical dilemma; Turt the sea turtle, rescued twice in one day; Peaches the Pretty-faced Wallaby; and Amber, the tiny feather-tail glider (not much bigger than her rescuer's thumb), and watch for more stories to come.