Deaf Elephants

by William Benton

A sad, but ultimately victorious story of deaf elephants. The plight of deaf elephants has been largely unrecognized by even the most caring pachydermatologists, but Benton's goal is to change all that. These deaf heroes of the animal kingdom face constant danger and must endure the thoughtless prejudice of their eared counterparts. Even zoos shun them. Yet through it all they they fall in love, dance to their own imagined music, and they face the world courageously. As you immerse yourself in this story, you will find yourself enthralled with the deaf elephants' huge, brave hearts.

60 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Jay · Rating 5 out of 5]

small back pocket
5 minute read
illustrated
lovely lil story
simple words and drawing
but
It totally makes me stop and find my breath and almost
cry and want to hug the nearest human being every time I read it.

I take it off the shelf when the world keeps its muddy boots on.

[Tressa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Need a quick personality test? If a new person in your life can get through this book without laughing - run for the hills. They seem to be dull, stolid, and without a trace of whimsy. Very sad.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing and quite beautiful.

[C.K. Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stunningly beautiful in its message and spare style. It always makes me teary.