1973 iucn yearbook

Historic property deeded to IUCN
One of the two chateaux in Saint-Prex, about 4 km from Morges, was
given to IUCN late in 1973 by its owner, Dr. Oscar Forel. The property,
known as "Le Manoir", dates from 1234, the time when Saint-Prex
became a fortified town.
Situated in extensive grounds on the shore of Lac Léman, the building
has three floors and includes a large audience chamber, several reception
rooms, and nine bedrooms. It is an historic monument and is beautifully
and appropriately furnished.
Dr. Forel, a noted Swiss psychiatrist, is the son of Auguste Forel,
famous for his researches in natural history. A devoted nature lover
and conservationist, Dr. Forel has published two magnificent volumes
of colour photographs (which he calls "Synchromies") based on his
imaginative selection of small sections of the bark of trees which he has
observed on expeditions throughout the world.
"Le Manoir" has been the property of the Forel family for several
generations. It has become known as a cultural centre through the
holding of concerts and assemblies of artists.
IUCN plans to maintain "Le Manoir" in its present state and will in
due course use it as a centre for special conservation activities, particularly
research and seminars.
Dr. Forel will continue to occupy "Le Manoir" as his residence during
his lifetime.
Publications
During the year, the Bulletin continued as a monthly publication. The
Annual Report appeared in its new format for the third time as the
IUCN Yearbook for 1972.
A complete revision of the Red Data Book, Volume 1, Mammalia,
was issued during the year.
Four publications were issued in the New Series, four in the Supplementary
Paper series, seven in the Occasional Paper series, two in the
Environmental Policy and Law Paper series (formerly Environmental
Law Paper series) and one in the Monograph series. The complete list
for the year is shown in Appendix G.
Financial Matters
The financial statements for 1973 are set out in Appendix H. Major
funding was provided by the World Wildlife Fund, including a special
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