As night falls on the zoo and the gates close behind the last visitor, a world of adventure stirs to life. Herbert, a keen-eyed inhabitant, quickly discovers the unlocked enclosures.
Driven by curiosity, he ventures out, inviting fellow animals like Geoffrey and Ernie to join him. Together, they embark on a delightful exploration of their home after dark.
After Dark at the Zoo is a heartwarming tale of friendship and discovery, inviting readers to follow Herbert and his companions on their nocturnal journey, full of sincerity and playful escapades.
Dame Jane Elizabeth Ailwên Phillips, known professionally as Siân Phillips, is a Welsh actress. She has performed the title roles in Henrik Ibsen's Hedda Gabler and George Bernard Shaw's Saint Joan and is also particularly known for her performance as Livia in the 1976 BBC television series I, Claudius.