I was hooked by the first chapter and wanted more after the last chapter. The author shows rather than tells how if we listen there can be understanding among all creatures. A great adventure into the lives and intelligent minds of these sensitive giants and how they have rules and expectations just like humans. The author was remarkable because he would follow his intuition about situations rather than standard advice, often while fearing his actions could bring about his demise. This is a fascinating story on more than one level. Free delivery on qualified orders. I thoroughly enjoyed this and would definitely recommend it. This book couldn't be farther from that circus. THE ELEPHANT WHISPERER Leks park and the fact that one can interact with elephants in such a close way rests on her special (but not unique) methods of training elephants. /5, This very personal account by Mr Anthony, owner/operator of a wild animal preserve in South Africa about his work with a small herd of elephants is a gripping story! Lawrence Anthony was born and raised in Africa. While the story was wonderful I missed more detail. 1. Also a fascinating study of human-animal relationship. Many years ago I read Lawrence Anthonys outstanding book entitled Babylons Ark which told the story of his rescue of the surviving animals of the Baghdad Zoo after Americas shock and awe attack. He agreed, but before arrangements for the move could be completed the animals broke out again and the matriarch and her baby were shot. An excellent story about love, family, loyalty and the communication between humans and elephants. You go mad. Elephants are extremely intelligent, live in family units that protect and care for each other, communicate with each other, an understand far more than many people realize. I had Babylon's Art (also heartwarming and beyond belief)) and wanted to read more about how Anthony managed to bring a heard of "troublesome" elephants to his reserve. The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild - Kindle edition by Anthony, Lawrence, Spence, Graham. The audiobook won an Audie and it is well deserved as it is a great listen. And that until we allow not only elephants, but all living creatures their place in the sun, we can never be whole ourselves" (p. 243). I was prepared to love this book, given what I had read about the herd visiting the author's home after he died, even though they were three days' journey away. I just had to give this book five stars, though four may fit as well. The elephants were fascinating and Lawrence and his wife are true heroes. This Reviews. Lawrence Anthony was an amazing man. Like me, most readers will want to learn more about this man and his work after finishing the book. Has anyone read any other books by Lawrence Anthony. This is party recounted in this book. They loved the area and that certainly colored my early excitement for this book, since I usually do not gravitate toward animal books. Let us know whats wrong with this preview of, Published The fingers of wind that caress. When Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a rogue herd of elephants in his reserve in South Africa, it was the last chance for these elephants. But now I'm wondering if I should get the adult version in case I missed out on some sex or violence in the elephant kingdom. Amazon.in - Buy The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild: 1 (Elephant Whisperer, 1) book online at best prices in India on Amazon.in. I know I will get many of our reluctant readers to read this, so it was a great purchase for school. It has been a very fascinating and highly recommended read. I liked it so much that I read it to my husband who suffers from Macular Degeneration and for whom reading is very difficult. Author (s): Lawrence Anthony, Graham Spence. Details: Lawrence Anthony was a conservationist and author known as The Elephant Whisperer who passed away on March 2nd. Lawrence Anthony He left an amazing legacy at the Thula Thula reserve in KwaZulu, Natal, South Africa, , and his work with conservation, and wild animals. He who talks to dogs. To see what your friends thought of this book. 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. The author's love of the animals here is felt palpably in the pages of the book. I liked it so much that I read it to my husband who suffers from Macular Degeneration and for whom reading is very difficult. But, I unknowingly purchased the young readers edition. I see my 4th and 5th graders fighting over it! He doesn't know much more than the average person about the species, but he learns quickly, and over time, he earns their trust. Thank you to people like Lawrence Anthony. His family tells of a solemn procession on March 10 that defies human explanation. However, this book was an exception. old). When I read that, after the author died recently, the herd of elephants he befriended traveled many miles to stand near his body, without there being any means of informing them of his death, I was inspired to read this book he published in 2009. Gives a clear view of life spent caring for elephants and other wild animals on a preserve in South Africa. I'm sure he would have had thousands of stories to tell. Good story. This book The Elephant Whisperer, based on real life, is a collection of memoirs by the author that takes the reader through the various challenges and struggles faced by him, not only within the reserve but from the outside too.
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