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Elephant Whisperer
The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild, Young Readers Adaptation
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. If Anthony didn’t take them, they would be shot. But he had no experience with elephants at all. What was he to do?
Take them on, of course!
What follows is an exciting and heartwarming series of adventures, in which Anthony learns about elephants and becomes part of their family. Full of both triumph and tragedy, The Elephant Whisperer, is a fascinating and unforgettable account of living with the majestic elephant.
Take them on, of course!
What follows is an exciting and heartwarming series of adventures, in which Anthony learns about elephants and becomes part of their family. Full of both triumph and tragedy, The Elephant Whisperer, is a fascinating and unforgettable account of living with the majestic elephant.
256 pages, Hardcover
First published October 1, 2017
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Lawrence Anthony
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Lawrence Anthony (17 September 1950 – 2 March 2012) was a South African conservationist, environmentalist, explorer and bestselling author. He was the long-standing head of conservation at the Thula Thula animal reserve in Zululand, South Africa, and the Founder of The Earth Organization, a privately registered, independent, international conservation and environmental group with a strong scientific orientation. He was an international member of the esteemed Explorers Club of New York and a member of the National Council of the Southern Africa Association for the Advancement of Science, South Africa's oldest scientific association.
Anthony had a reputation for bold conservation initiatives, including the rescue of the Baghdad Zoo at the height of the US-led Coalition invasion of Iraq in 2003, and negotiations with the infamous Lord's Resistance Army rebel army in Southern Sudan, to raise awareness of the environment and protect endangered species, including the last of the Northern White Rhinoceros.
Details of his conservation activities appeared regularly in regional and international media including CNN, CBS, BBC, Al Jazeera and Sky TV and featured in magazines and journals such as Reader's Digest, the Smithsonian, the Explorers Journal, Africa Geographic, Men's Journal, Shape magazine, Elle magazine and others.
Anthony died of a heart attack at the age of 61 before his planned March 2012 conservation gala dinner in Durban to raise international awareness for the rhino-poaching crisis and to launch his new book, The Last Rhinos: My Battle to Save One of the World's Greatest Creatures. Following his death, there were reports that some of the elephants he worked to save came to his family's home in accordance with the way elephants usually mourn the death of one of their own.
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Please see: Lawrence Anthony
Lawrence Anthony (17 September 1950 – 2 March 2012) was a South African conservationist, environmentalist, explorer and bestselling author. He was the long-standing head of conservation at the Thula Thula animal reserve in Zululand, South Africa, and the Founder of The Earth Organization, a privately registered, independent, international conservation and environmental group with a strong scientific orientation. He was an international member of the esteemed Explorers Club of New York and a member of the National Council of the Southern Africa Association for the Advancement of Science, South Africa's oldest scientific association.
Anthony had a reputation for bold conservation initiatives, including the rescue of the Baghdad Zoo at the height of the US-led Coalition invasion of Iraq in 2003, and negotiations with the infamous Lord's Resistance Army rebel army in Southern Sudan, to raise awareness of the environment and protect endangered species, including the last of the Northern White Rhinoceros.
Details of his conservation activities appeared regularly in regional and international media including CNN, CBS, BBC, Al Jazeera and Sky TV and featured in magazines and journals such as Reader's Digest, the Smithsonian, the Explorers Journal, Africa Geographic, Men's Journal, Shape magazine, Elle magazine and others.
Anthony died of a heart attack at the age of 61 before his planned March 2012 conservation gala dinner in Durban to raise international awareness for the rhino-poaching crisis and to launch his new book, The Last Rhinos: My Battle to Save One of the World's Greatest Creatures. Following his death, there were reports that some of the elephants he worked to save came to his family's home in accordance with the way elephants usually mourn the death of one of their own.
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July 6, 2019
Narration by Simon Vance. I loved everything about this book. Africa is an awesome setting! The facts and information about elephants was very interesting. I also shed a few tears.
March 22, 2025
I loved this book! There's just something about the wisdom and magnificence of elephants....
In the 1990s, Lawrence Anthony bought a reserve in Zululand which he named Thula Thula for the purpose of conserving the animals of Africa. By this time, many Zulus had never seen the animals that originally filled their area. When Anthony received a call offering him a small herd of elephants if he could take them within a couple weeks, he agreed and threw himself and his staff into upgrading the electric fencing. These elephants had escaped from other reserves. Anthony must keep them in, or they would be shot.
In many ways, this is a love story between Lawrence Anthony and a herd of seven wild elephants. It was delightful, thrilling, saddening, funny and awe-inspiring. It was almost a spiritual read as Anthony described their love and care for one another and their means of communication. Totally fascinating.
In the 1990s, Lawrence Anthony bought a reserve in Zululand which he named Thula Thula for the purpose of conserving the animals of Africa. By this time, many Zulus had never seen the animals that originally filled their area. When Anthony received a call offering him a small herd of elephants if he could take them within a couple weeks, he agreed and threw himself and his staff into upgrading the electric fencing. These elephants had escaped from other reserves. Anthony must keep them in, or they would be shot.
In many ways, this is a love story between Lawrence Anthony and a herd of seven wild elephants. It was delightful, thrilling, saddening, funny and awe-inspiring. It was almost a spiritual read as Anthony described their love and care for one another and their means of communication. Totally fascinating.
July 12, 2017
I adore this book for what it is and what it stands for. I am obviously impartial as I have visited Africa in my twenties specifically to see wild elephants because they are nature's most precious animal to me and their whole being and behavior fascinates me. I really just can't get enough.
This is Lawrence Anthony's story of tending to a herd of "troublesome" elephants on his reserve in Thula Thula in South Africa. The short chapters move the story pretty quickly but by the second half after the hubbub of moving them and their first breakout settles, it's about the beauty of the mundane. It's about birth and death, compassion and science. It's about the atrocities of poaching and trophy hunting and the inspirational people whose life is to begin to stabilize and rebuild African elephants' population and Anthony did just that. I was saddened to learn that he passed in 2012, but tearful when the postscript revealed the elephants' response and their subsequent visits every time a new elephant is born.
Illustrating their adeptness and intelligence, he spends a lot of time discussing how they test fencing and even sadly, how they used the ostracized bull to force their way through without being electrocuted. I enjoyed hearing about the resurgence of other animals in the area once the elephants were roaming. Of course Thula Thula's death was traumatizing after so much hope from their elephant and human counterparts in rebuilding her front leg strength after being born with deformed front feet and then the discovery that Mnumzane actually had a painful tooth issue that led to his outbursts and ultimately the decision to euthanize him was heartbreaking. But Anthony's ability to explain it all and show us that we begin with compassion and love and as long as we stay this course there is no other way to be than to worship these creatures and champion their survival.
... says the obsessed elephant lover.
Aside from the topic, the storytelling both biographical and scientific about the herd speaks volumes to Anthony's work. Such an accessible text and demonstrates the need for conservancy.
This is Lawrence Anthony's story of tending to a herd of "troublesome" elephants on his reserve in Thula Thula in South Africa. The short chapters move the story pretty quickly but by the second half after the hubbub of moving them and their first breakout settles, it's about the beauty of the mundane. It's about birth and death, compassion and science. It's about the atrocities of poaching and trophy hunting and the inspirational people whose life is to begin to stabilize and rebuild African elephants' population and Anthony did just that. I was saddened to learn that he passed in 2012, but tearful when the postscript revealed the elephants' response and their subsequent visits every time a new elephant is born.
Illustrating their adeptness and intelligence, he spends a lot of time discussing how they test fencing and even sadly, how they used the ostracized bull to force their way through without being electrocuted. I enjoyed hearing about the resurgence of other animals in the area once the elephants were roaming. Of course Thula Thula's death was traumatizing after so much hope from their elephant and human counterparts in rebuilding her front leg strength after being born with deformed front feet and then the discovery that Mnumzane actually had a painful tooth issue that led to his outbursts and ultimately the decision to euthanize him was heartbreaking. But Anthony's ability to explain it all and show us that we begin with compassion and love and as long as we stay this course there is no other way to be than to worship these creatures and champion their survival.
... says the obsessed elephant lover.
Aside from the topic, the storytelling both biographical and scientific about the herd speaks volumes to Anthony's work. Such an accessible text and demonstrates the need for conservancy.
June 16, 2018
What a wonderful, heartfelt, and inspirational story. 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. Lawrence Anthony owned a game preserve in South Africa, but he had no elephants and knew little about taking care of them. One day he got a call that would change his life. A herd of elephants needed a home or they would be shot. He didn't have to think about it for long before he said yes, and so began the most rewarding, and difficult journey of his life. A must read for anyone who loves animals, but especially for those who think it is okay to shoot animals just for "sport."
July 27, 2018
This beautifully written narrative non-fiction immediately pulls you into vast landscape of South Africa. Journey into the African bush and encounter a extraordinary herd of elephants whose only hope of survival lies in one man’s ability to keep them contained. Read tense, heart stopping moments, riveting mystery and plots, heartbreak, and wonder at these incredible creatures and the person who cared for them.
Recommended for grades 6-8. Lexile Level: 840
Reviewed by Christine Hwang, Youth and School Services, Vernon Area Public Library
Recommended for grades 6-8. Lexile Level: 840
Reviewed by Christine Hwang, Youth and School Services, Vernon Area Public Library
March 3, 2018
I didn’t realize I ordered the YA version of this book from the library until I cracked it open ha! Nevertheless, a fantastic story. I must get to South Africa! Loved, loved it 💕🐘
April 13, 2022
This book was wonderful, just what I needed right now...
July 19, 2020
An excellent story about love, family, loyalty and the communication between humans and elephants. The book is so catchy, that you can’t stop reading it. It makes you love the African spirit.
October 25, 2025
i love elephants! That’s all i can say! 💕💕
May 30, 2022
This book was one of my all time favorite books we have ever read as a family! Every member of our family was so captivated by the story! I would highly recommend it to any one…not just kids! It’s a wonderful story about a man who rescues a herd of elephants and the adventures that ensue.
May 12, 2018
This young adult version of the adult book will have great appeal for anyone who loves animals or cares about creating a safe place for wild animals to live. Lawrence Anthony describes his love affair with elephants and how he ended up taking in seven of the great beasts to live on his reserve in South Africa. According to their previous owners, they were rogue elephants who kept breaking out of the area and causing problems, and Anthony's reserve, Thula Thula, was their last chance. He doesn't know much more than the average person about the species, but he learns quickly, and over time, he earns their trust. The book contains short chapters which offer up vignettes of all the challenges he and the elephants faced as well as how he deals with betrayal from his staff as well as how hard he works to save those elephants. There are moments that will break readers' hearts, others that will make them laugh, and still others that will give them hope that wild animals and humans can peacefully coexist. My heart broke when Lawrence realizes the truth about Mnumzane and what had most likely caused a change in his behavior. Many readers will draw inspiration from the last lines in the book: "But perhaps the most important lesson I have learned is that there are no walls between humans and elephants except those we put up ourselves. 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). Clearly, Anthony loved those elephants, and they seemed to love him as well. Not only did he give them names, but they presented their babies to him, and the day after he died, they arrived at his house, somehow sensing that their friend was gone. It's clear that his work was hard, but it was also meaningful. Like me, most readers will want to learn more about this man and his work after finishing the book. I'm sure he would have had thousands of stories to tell. I'm so glad I read this book.
January 9, 2019
What I absolutely love about this autobiography, is that the author is so honest about his trials and errors on his journey to becoming known as "The Elephant Whisperer". This particular version is an easier read than his original edition, and so well done, I'm intrigued enough to read the original version.
Some really great stuff and two outstanding thoughts that grabbed my imagination:
"....Perhaps the most important lesson I have learned is that there are no walls between humans and elephants except those we put up ourselves. And...until we allow not only elephants, but all living creatures their place in the sun, we can never be whole ourselves." --Lawrence Anthony, author
In explaining Lawrence Anthony's legacy the adapter of his autobiography writes, "For people who said, "I can't," Lawrence had a simple answer: "You can." Get involved. Join conservation movements that actually do something rather than relying on media gimmickry; lobby..., plant a tree. Or most important, just go outside and look. Breathe..... Wilderness is not somewhere out there. It's in your soul."
Some really great stuff and two outstanding thoughts that grabbed my imagination:
"....Perhaps the most important lesson I have learned is that there are no walls between humans and elephants except those we put up ourselves. And...until we allow not only elephants, but all living creatures their place in the sun, we can never be whole ourselves." --Lawrence Anthony, author
In explaining Lawrence Anthony's legacy the adapter of his autobiography writes, "For people who said, "I can't," Lawrence had a simple answer: "You can." Get involved. Join conservation movements that actually do something rather than relying on media gimmickry; lobby..., plant a tree. Or most important, just go outside and look. Breathe..... Wilderness is not somewhere out there. It's in your soul."
February 16, 2020
I didn't notice I had the "young readers adaptation" till I got it home from the library. That's okay. I'm not proud. It was an enjoyable story. 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.
Regardless, this was a delightful true story of an animal reserve in South Africa. The author begins the book when he is asked to accept a number of elephants who are in danger of being shot at their home reserve because they keep breaking out. Apparently, the only thing you can do when elephants get unruly is shoot them if you can't train them to stay put on a reserve. Because of their size, elephants who cannot be restrained are too dangerous to live in proximity to humans. So it was vital that the author get control of the animals if he wanted to keep them alive.
He was very smart and extremely patient and he finally did develop a close connection with the animals. The stories of the adventures he shared with the elephants is lovely to read. It was really amazing to learn what brilliant creatures these giants are.
Regardless, this was a delightful true story of an animal reserve in South Africa. The author begins the book when he is asked to accept a number of elephants who are in danger of being shot at their home reserve because they keep breaking out. Apparently, the only thing you can do when elephants get unruly is shoot them if you can't train them to stay put on a reserve. Because of their size, elephants who cannot be restrained are too dangerous to live in proximity to humans. So it was vital that the author get control of the animals if he wanted to keep them alive.
He was very smart and extremely patient and he finally did develop a close connection with the animals. The stories of the adventures he shared with the elephants is lovely to read. It was really amazing to learn what brilliant creatures these giants are.
October 15, 2023
Loved this book! Great story, great writing style, and so many aspects of his life in Africa resonated with the few I had in the bush of West Africa, even though my experiences did not include elephants…I found myself unable to put this down at times, captivated by his compassion and empathy for the elephants he rescued and their plight in being forcibly relocated to a place they had no connection to. I’ve been reading a lot of books featuring ellies lately, some are more technical/science-y, and satisfy in a different way, as there is so much about these great animals that I never knew. But this book reads like a novel, where all the chapters weave together in what is ultimately a happy ending, and an amazing accomplishment on the author’s part. It was so good that I insisted my husband read it too (he grew up in Liberia in West Africa) and now the other two books about the same preserve and elephant group are on my list. If you like reading about animals, like stories set in Africa, or enjoy reading books that underscore the human spirit and how perseverance against incredible challenges can end in success, you would probably like this book!
September 6, 2021
I so enjoyed this sweet little book and was touched by the peaceful, uplifting message of possible shared love, understanding, and connection between humans and the animal kingdom.
I accidentally grabbed the young reader’s version from the library, which explains why I kept thinking, “I wish I had a 9 year old animal-lover in my life to share this book with,” but even with the editing and abridging, I was captured by Lawrence Anthony’s storyteller voice and sense of adventure. I loved how he described each elephant’s personality and motivations for their actions. His love and respect for the wild herd came through on every page, and was always heartfelt and never hokey.
Anthony’s descriptions of his reserve were so rich and colorful, I feel as if I have visited Thula Thula. I would definitely recommend this book (probably the unedited version) to anyone interested in knowing more about Africa, animals, or how humans can communicate and connect with them.
I accidentally grabbed the young reader’s version from the library, which explains why I kept thinking, “I wish I had a 9 year old animal-lover in my life to share this book with,” but even with the editing and abridging, I was captured by Lawrence Anthony’s storyteller voice and sense of adventure. I loved how he described each elephant’s personality and motivations for their actions. His love and respect for the wild herd came through on every page, and was always heartfelt and never hokey.
Anthony’s descriptions of his reserve were so rich and colorful, I feel as if I have visited Thula Thula. I would definitely recommend this book (probably the unedited version) to anyone interested in knowing more about Africa, animals, or how humans can communicate and connect with them.
January 5, 2020
Wow. Just finished The Elephant Whisperer. An incredible story of the ability of an individual to make a difference. Granted, the author, Laurence Anthony, had a lot of help along the way, but he influenced many people to make a difference. Because of him there is now a huge combined game reserve in western South Africa, in which lives a rescued herd of elephants that continues to increase in size.
as Lawrence writes early on, he is not the Elephant Whisperer, rather the elephants are the ones who whispered to him.
I am a fan of elephants, and I have read a lot about them, but this is the first book I’ve read where I learned so much about wild elephants, based on daily observations by someone who lived so closely with them.
If you love elephants you will enjoy this book!
Warning: There are some Old Yeller-ish events that happen.
as Lawrence writes early on, he is not the Elephant Whisperer, rather the elephants are the ones who whispered to him.
I am a fan of elephants, and I have read a lot about them, but this is the first book I’ve read where I learned so much about wild elephants, based on daily observations by someone who lived so closely with them.
If you love elephants you will enjoy this book!
Warning: There are some Old Yeller-ish events that happen.
October 17, 2023
Kiddo wanted to read this because it was about elephants. However, the first half or so focuses on the difficulties of fighting back against poachers, with a lot of guns involved, and then on how the elephant herd is considered to be "troublemakers" and after breaking out of the reserve, will be killed on sight if they break out again.
It was very stressful for anxious 9-year-old who really just wanted to hear about cute and friendly elephants.
We might return to it one day as I think we had finally reached the end of the violence-focused beginning and the rest of it looked interesting.
It was very stressful for anxious 9-year-old who really just wanted to hear about cute and friendly elephants.
We might return to it one day as I think we had finally reached the end of the violence-focused beginning and the rest of it looked interesting.
April 6, 2024
I believe I had the juvenile audio of this book because there were parts talked about at book club that I don't recall hearing but it didn't matter because I enjoyed it anyway. The author conveyed his interactions with the elephants in a way that easily drew myself in. What a hard life on a preserve but thankful that he had the conviction to proceed with not only rescuing and saving elephants but also to work with neighboring indigenous preserves to expand.
Elephants are definitely remarkable creatures and these certainly held Lawrence in high regard--coming to the house when he died being just one example.
Elephants are definitely remarkable creatures and these certainly held Lawrence in high regard--coming to the house when he died being just one example.
April 27, 2025
Well that was an emotional and moving read for sure. What a true testament to love of nature and a respect for the animal kingdom, with a clear favorite. With no where left to turn, respect, courage, and love created a path forward.
Some people just seem to be cut from a different cloth, with their unwavering determination to do things they set out to achieve. I can’t imagine a more exhausting and stressful life scenario, coming from someone who works in a safari, but what rewarding work. To me it means our efforts aren’t wasted, I hope I can have a fraction of the resolve Lawrence Anthony showed through his life’s work. Never giving up.
Some people just seem to be cut from a different cloth, with their unwavering determination to do things they set out to achieve. I can’t imagine a more exhausting and stressful life scenario, coming from someone who works in a safari, but what rewarding work. To me it means our efforts aren’t wasted, I hope I can have a fraction of the resolve Lawrence Anthony showed through his life’s work. Never giving up.
October 6, 2018
3.5 Stars Elephants, I honestly didn't know a lot about them. I though they were gentle giants, and according to this book... they aren't. They are very protective of their herd and family and don't mess with them.
A nice story, where everyone at the end dies.. the human, the elephants, the dog. Poop that rhymes with it!
Sad and informative...and makes me want to go to Tula Tula reserve in South Africa.
I have a friend currently in South Africa doing the South Africa thing... including Safari. Sigh!
A nice story, where everyone at the end dies.. the human, the elephants, the dog. Poop that rhymes with it!
Sad and informative...and makes me want to go to Tula Tula reserve in South Africa.
I have a friend currently in South Africa doing the South Africa thing... including Safari. Sigh!
October 29, 2018
7th book of the #30booksummer challenge. This book was at the bottom of my stack but I knew that if I saved it for last that I would never read it. I struggle to read non-fiction books because I don’t feel like they ever pull me in and hook me like fiction does. However, this book was an exception. I kept wanting to read more to see how the relationship between the elephants and their caretaker evolved. I’m not quite sure if it will have a huge appeal to my junior high kiddos but it was a good book nonetheless. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
February 19, 2021
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! I liked it so much that I read it to my husband who suffers from Macular Degeneration and for whom reading is very difficult. We just finished it today and both were struck by the power of our contact with animals as recorded here. This particular version is written for children ages 8 and up but the gist of the story is essentially the same in the adult version.
If you are an animal lover, don't miss this one!
If you are an animal lover, don't miss this one!
November 7, 2021
I accidentally got the young reader version and am actually glad I did as I have a stack of books I want to read so this quick read gave me a great true story in an easily digested form. What bravery! What compassion. I am an elephant adorer and read a lot of books about them, this is one of the good ones. I understand that there is a book written by his wife after he died and I look forward to that down the road. I actually really enjoy reading Young Adult books on subjects I am interested in but don't have the time to commit to in full adult versions (physics, astronomy, etc).
February 18, 2022
3.5 stars
I think I listened to the Young Readers Adaptation because it was shorter, but it didn't seem like something that would be interesting to kids... Maybe teens. For the most part I found the book a bit boring. A lot of discussion on preparing the reserve for elephants, electric fences, etc. I did find myself smiling when he mentioned a sweet story about one of the elephants, and wish there had been more of those anecdotes rather than so many logistics. There were definitely sad parts... The deaths of several elephants, some of which were murdered.
I think I listened to the Young Readers Adaptation because it was shorter, but it didn't seem like something that would be interesting to kids... Maybe teens. For the most part I found the book a bit boring. A lot of discussion on preparing the reserve for elephants, electric fences, etc. I did find myself smiling when he mentioned a sweet story about one of the elephants, and wish there had been more of those anecdotes rather than so many logistics. There were definitely sad parts... The deaths of several elephants, some of which were murdered.
October 25, 2024
I loved this book so much. It was fascinating to learn how Lawrence approached the care of the elephants and a bit about his experience on the wilderness reserve. The stories were sweet, sad, beautiful. The author does not go too deep, yet shares plenty of information and stories about this herd. I'd read it again, though disclaimer that I'm a major animal lover who has always dreamt of helping animals at a wilderness reserve. It may not be a book for everyone, but I would recommend it for wild animal lovers of all ages.
November 13, 2018
Good person. Good story. Well done. I am rating this as if it were for a middle school student. Reading it as an adult, it lacked the details and information about the relationships between the adults. I am not sure why my book club chose to read this version instead of the original full length version so it seemed a bit lacking from an adult perspective, but I am not considering that in my review. I highly recommend this book for an young reader who likes animals.
November 8, 2019
I found this book amazing and inspiring. 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 story is amazing. I wanted to read the "adult" version but my library only had the YA adaptation, which I also found good for adults. Lawrence Anthony was an amazing man. I would like to read more about the Thula Thula reserve today.
Not to be missed!
Not to be missed!
January 25, 2024
Quick read that was both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Lawrence has such compassion for these elephants and you really feel that in his writing. Overall learning about this herd and life in the game reserve was entertaining and sweet. The heartbreaking part comes in the deaths of various animals. As I have friends who won't read a book where the dog dies, I thought it pertinent to note that death exists in this book. And it makes you want to scream to the heavens. Or at least it did for me.
April 15, 2024
So good! PW picked this out for me in the Juvenile section, & I will likely read the Adukt version one day as well. Humans can be selfishly & inexcusably horrible to animals, but humans like Lawrence Anthony can be their angels, too. Tears were shed, but all were worth it.
"And that until we allow not only elephants, but all living creatures their place in the sun, we can never be whole ourselves."
"And that until we allow not only elephants, but all living creatures their place in the sun, we can never be whole ourselves."
January 20, 2025
A nice story about the way a private game reserve - Thula Thula in South Africa - became the last chance refuge to a family of elephants who needed someone to believe they deserved to have better lives. This YA version of the story glossed over some tougher subjects around poaching and the dangers associated with having guests on a game reserve, but overall it was a nice insight into the way people can do good things for the wildlife who also need space and homes on this planet.
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