Wild Things and Wild Places: Evolution of a Wildlife Biologist is an autobiography chronicling a young man's coming-of-age and decades-long journey to becoming a wildlife professional. The book takes the reader on a series of wild adventures and untold "behind the scenes" stories of wildlife conservation that offer insights into the profound connection between human values and wildlife. Through his reflection on a career dedicated to understanding and conserving wildlife, author G.K. Yarrow urges readers to explore their own values and beliefs, find their inner wildness, connect with the natural world.