Wonderfully written book about endangered species and our world

Writer Douglas and zoologist Carwardine travelled around the world looking for some endangered species in the 80s, and we get to live that experience through Douglas. I don't know why this book only connected now, I read it about 20 years ago and I totally missed how fascinating it is. If you like animals and sometimes feel depressed about being human, or simply want to enjoy some superb witty writing, this book is for you. And for everyone who cares.