Boria Sax

About the Author

Boria Sax is a distinguished scholar, writer, and advocate whose work bridges the humanities and the natural world, exploring humanity's intricate relationships with animals and the environment. With a PhD in German and a lifelong passion for interdisciplinary studies, Sax has authored numerous books that delve into the cultural, psychological, and ethical dimensions of our interactions with other species. His seminal work, Dinomania: Why We Love, Fear and Are Utterly Enchanted by Dinosaurs, examines the profound fascination dinosaurs hold in modern imagination, blending history, science, and mythology to reveal why these ancient creatures continue to captivate us. Sax's writing illuminates the ways in which animals shape our myths, art, and science, offering insightful perspectives on conservation and empathy in an era of ecological crisis.