The Elephant Whisperer

Learning About Life, Loyalty and Freedom From a Remarkable Herd of Elephants

Author: Graham Spence, Lawrence Anthony and Naomi Clark

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A charming, moving account of one man's race to save a herd of elephants.

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A charming, moving account of one man's race to save a herd of elephants.

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When South African conservationist Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a herd of 'rogue' elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd's last chance of survival - dangerous and unpredictable, they would be killed if Anthony wouldn't take them in.As Anthony risked his life to create a bond with the troubled elephants and persuade them to stay on his reserve, he came to realize what a special family they were, from the wise matriarch Nana, who guided the herd, to her warrior sister Frankie, always ready to see off any threat, and their children who fought so hard to survive.With unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, this is an enthralling book that will appeal to animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere.

Critic Reviews

"Anthony has made a difference in the lives of many magnificent animals who otherwise would have been lost to the world. When you're feeling down and out and defeated and ready to give up, read this inspiring book and share it widely with others." --Marc Bekoff, author of The Emotional Lives of Animals

"In my thirty-five years of studying man/animal communication I have met only a few individuals who have the ability to enter into the metaphysical realm of the exotic animal. Lawrence Anthony has been there and back. His wonderfully written book The Elephant Whisperer is a true reflection of his ability to be one of the pachyderms." --Ralph Helfer, author of Modoc

"A lovingly written tale of close encounters, some beautiful and some frightening, with humans and nonhumans alike. Anthony's story of his trials and tribulations in preserving a herd of African elephants is a parable for the continent." --Irene M. Pepperberg, author of Alex & Me

"An engaging and vividly personal account, The Elephant Whisperer invites you in, as confidant and confederate, from the first page and holds you rapt to the very last. A compelling reminder of the power and mysteries of the natural world, Thula Thula's elephants are lucky to have a friend like Lawrence Anthony." --Amelia Thomas, author of The Zoo on the Road to Nablus

"The Elephant Whisperer is every bit as much a page-turner as a novel. ... Anyone who remembers Born Free, a personal story of tamed East African lions, will hope this book, too, is destined for the screen." --San Francisco Book Review

About the Author

Lawrence Anthony was a highly-respected conservationist and co-founder of The Earth Organisation, an international environmental group. He is the author of Babylon's Ark, about his involvement in saving the animals in Baghdad Zoo, and The Last Rhinos, detailing his involvement in rescuing the remaining Northern White Rhinos in the Congo. He sadly died in 2012Graham Spence is a freelance journalist and author.

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When South African conservationist Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a herd of 'rogue' elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd's last chance of survival - dangerous and unpredictable, they would be killed if Anthony wouldn't take them in. As Anthony risked his life to create a bond with the troubled elephants and persuade them to stay on his reserve, he came to realize what a special family they were, from the wise matriarch Nana, who guided the herd, to her warrior sister Frankie, always ready to see off any threat, and their children who fought so hard to survive. With unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, this is an enthralling book that will appeal to animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere.

Product Details

Publisher

Pan Macmillan | Pan Books

Published

13th July 2017

Pages

400

ISBN

9781509838530

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

09 Oct, 2024

Wonderful story.
By Ann

30 May, 2021

An excellent, educational & easy read for a wide age group. Unbelievable to read of the mutual respect & understanding between one human & a rogue herd of elephants. Such passion for conservation of a species was remarkably humbling.
A recommended read of the highest order.
By Shona

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