14 December 2009

Don't Pass Out With Shock

Two posts in two days...goodness me.

Actually I just have to write about the most beautiful book I think I have ever read.  It's called "Zamba - The True Story of the Greatest Lion That Ever Lived" by Ralph Helfer.

It tells of how the author had an affinity and love of lions from a very young age.  He grew up to be a great believer in what he calls "affection training", training wild animals through love and respect rather than fear and cruelty.  He was given an orphaned lion cub and so began the story of his amazing relationship with this magnificant animal.



 Zamba the Lion, courtesy of renecoast.com


I love lions and as I read the book, I laughed and cried...at the end I sobbed.  It's a beautifully written story with some photos.  But the pictures don't do justice to the words.   If you want a really good read or a great Christmas present for an animal lover, get this book.  I promise you, you won't be disappointed.

13 comments:

Jack K. said...

Thanks for the information. There is something reassuring about a good story.

Jeanette said...

Hi Robyn. im slowly making my way around. the book sounds like a real tear jerker.

were in for quite a few hot days again today 36 c tomorrow low 40's forecast Phewwwww thank heavens for air cons, and this silly bugger has been given the ok to return to bowling and picked in the pennant team tomorrow my long disance has improved but still using drops and my left eye still not the best but improving.. i can see the Jack down the end of the green. take care keep cool

Gledwood said...

How beautiful!

Tinsie said...

Not a big animal lover myself, but I'll keep it in mind for others who are. Thanks for the recommendation!

Walker said...

You want us to cry to don't you.
No, I won't do it.
Crap you know if i see it i will buy it now don't you.

Angelo said...

Hey Robyn! Sounds like a good read, except for the crying part... I love lions too, Nermal kinda looks like one.

Anonymous said...

I am also fascinated with lions. My husbandry asked me if I wanted to take a trip to Kenya since he lived there like for 2 years during his parents' missionary work. He told me about the wildlife and of course the lions.

Gledwood said...

I love the MGM lion. It looks like it's having an itchy moment and isn't allowed out of frame to scratch!!

Peter said...

Nah.... I've already got at least a hundred unread books... no more till I whittle the list down a LOT.

Angelo said...

Hi Robyn! Hope the silly season isn't making you too silly hehe...

Nermal has some news for you here!

Okay enjoy the holidays :)

Carole Burant said...

Hello dear Robyn:-)

Finally finding time to visit, these last few weeks have been crazy with all the Christmas preparations. That book sounds like it would be a good read...reminds me of Born Free with Elsa the lion.

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and may all your dreams come true during this magical season! xoxo

TorAa said...

I search for that book.

In the meantime:

Merry Christmas

Walker said...

Stopped in to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year