Lawrence Anthony's The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild, is Now Available in the U.S.!
by Barbara Wiseman
The U.S. cover of, The Elephant Whiperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild.
Lawrence with baby Thula, who was being nursed back to health.
When Lawrence Anthony was asked to accept a herd of ‘rogue’ wild elephants on the Thula Thula Game Reserve, his common sense told him to refuse. But he was the herd’s last chance of survival. Dangerous and unpredictable, they were also notorious escape artists, and would be killed if Anthony wouldn’t take them.
As Anthony battled to create a bond with the elephants and save them from execution, he came to realize that they had a great deal to teach him about life, loyalty and freedom. Set against the background of life on an African game reserve, with unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, this is an incredible story that will appeal to anyone with a spirit of adventure, love of animals, or interest in the astonishing relationships that can be forged between humans and other species - as long as one has large dollops of patience, intelligence, and humor. The book, now a bestseller in South Africa and well on its way to becoming one in the UK, celebrated its publishing launch in the U.S. on November 10th.
The reviews are more than rave: 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
“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 - Bestselling Author of, Alex & Me
“In my 35 years 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 at one with the pachyderm.” - Ralph Helfer - Author and Animal Expert
Amazon Reviews ”I have read many, many books in my time but none as good as this one. I can't say how often I realized that I was holding my breath waiting for the outcome of certain events. At times the book made me laugh out loud and also brought a tear to my eye.” - Carol Dickinson (Stourbridge, U.K.)
“Love, love, love this book! At times this book had me sobbing my heart out and then I would be
laughing and then crying again. It was a bit of a rollercoaster! This book is well written, informative and contains some really heartwarming tales. Lawrence Anthony's experience with his herd of "troublesome elephants" is truly amazing and inspirational.” - A.L. Langley (Essex, U.K.)
”This has got to be the most beautiful and most inspiring book I have ever read. Visit the Thula Thula and The Earth Organization websites and be enthralled. Right. Going to start his other book, Babylon`s Ark, now." - Roger "Podge" (Swindon, U.K.)
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