- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: Sidgwick & Jackson; First Edition edition (5 Jun 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0283070870
- ISBN-13: 978-0283070877
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 14 x 4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (118 customer reviews)
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'You would be mistaken to think that this is just another natural history book. Lawrence Anthony's experiences with a herd of elephants that visit his nature reserve is told with humour, and sometimes sadness, as he tries to keep the herd safe.' --The Independent on Sunday
'From page one of The Elephant Whisperer by South African conversationalist Lawrence Anthony, I was smitten...It's a roller coaster ride of emotions, from hysterical to sad, and so full of great characters, both human and animal...the book is one of my most treasured possessions' --Cosmopolitan --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
'From page one of The Elephant Whisperer by South African conversationalist Lawrence Anthony, I was smitten...It's a roller coaster ride of emotions, from hysterical to sad, and so full of great characters, both human and animal...the book is one of my most treasured possessions' --Cosmopolitan --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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A charming, moving account of one man's race to save a herd of elephants.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The Elephant Whisperer: Learning About Life, Loyalty and Freedom From a Remarkable Herd of Elephants
I have read many, many books in my time but none as good as this one. I can't say how often I realised 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. If you are a lover of Elephants this is a must read but also the people involved in the Reserve are rather nice and it's interesting to read how events affect them.
The herd of Elephants are fantastic but I also learned about other African Wildlife which I didn't know much about but found equally as interesting.
I couldn't put the book down but didn't want to get to the end either. I will definitely read it again and am hoping for an update with another book soon! I will miss my daily visits with Nana and her wonderful family.
I have read many, many books in my time but none as good as this one. I can't say how often I realised 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. If you are a lover of Elephants this is a must read but also the people involved in the Reserve are rather nice and it's interesting to read how events affect them.
The herd of Elephants are fantastic but I also learned about other African Wildlife which I didn't know much about but found equally as interesting.
I couldn't put the book down but didn't want to get to the end either. I will definitely read it again and am hoping for an update with another book soon! I will miss my daily visits with Nana and her wonderful family.
38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
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 an inspirational.
I'm recommending this book to everyone - so please buy it!
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 an inspirational.
I'm recommending this book to everyone - so please buy it!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is an amazing book - not normally the sort of book I would pick up but once you do you cannot put it down. It is so heartwarming to read about so many people who devote their lives to the care and conservation of animals. A fabulous read.
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What a wonderful story. It had me glued to every word. If you love wildlife, especially African wildlife you will love it. Read more
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The best read I've had in a long time
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Published 2 days ago by Buck
Absolutely wonderful book !
I loved this book. I found it so hard to put down. Sad in parts that made me cry, but an amazing man who loved animals.
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Beautiful book
Graham Spence tells an honest, beautiful tale. I was absolutely entranced from the start, and it made me truly long for the bushveld of home. Read more
Published 5 days ago by heccaet
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and felt I learnt a lot about the nature of elephants which I had never known before. Read more
Published 7 days ago by wndy crowe
The Elephant Whisperer
This was a fab book which i could'nt put down. Having just come back from a Kenyan safari it was as though i was still there Fantastic
Published 8 days ago by WJM
Good Luck with the Reserve but not a book for me
I do not understand why the book has so many 5 star reviews. I bought this on the back of those reviews so I am mildly frustrated. Read more
Published 9 days ago by Stoutchap
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Having been on safari it gave an insight into the side of a game reserve that you would not see.
It was excellent,I loved the different characters of the animals and the... Read more
It was excellent,I loved the different characters of the animals and the... Read more
Published 9 days ago by NOTTAGEMAN
I just love this book
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