Zamba: The True Story Of The Greatest Lion That Ever Lived - Rilegato

Helfer, Ralph

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ISBN 10: 0060761326 ISBN 13: 9780060761325

Casa editrice: HarperCollins, 2005

Riassunto

A Hollywood animal trainer recounts his adoption of a four-month-old African lion cub as part of a plan to institute more humane training practices, describing how his nurture-based program helped him forge a loving bond with the great cat and enabled better standards of care for performance animals. 20,000 first printing.

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Recensione:

“Wonderful, detailed... amusing... Zamba is a charming read.” (People)

“An incredible story of love between man and lion ... moving.... will touch the heart of any animal lover.” (Publishers Weekly)

“A warmhearted tale of love between two species.” (Booklist)

“Extraordinary ... Beautifully expresses a simple philosophy so many have trouble following: respect for all living creatures, given and returned.” (Kirkus Reviews)

“A fascinating book ... humorous and touching.” (School Library Journal)

L'autore:

Ralph Helfer is a well-known Hollywood animal trainer who was one of the first to use affection and kindness to train wild animals. He is the author of The Beauty of the Beasts, and he lives in Los Angeles and Kenya, where he leads safari tours.

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• Editore: HarperCollins
• Data di pubblicazione: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0060761326
• ISBN 13: 9780060761325
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 258