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Secrets of the Savanna

Twenty-Three Years in the African Wilderness Unraveling the Mysteries of Elephants and People

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Secrets of the Savanna

By: Mark Owens, Delia Owens
Narrated by: Donna Postel, Sean Runnette
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"Vividly written... Their story is thrilling - the kind of tale that wild-animal lovers won't easily forget." (People)

In this riveting real-life adventure, Mark and Delia Owens tell the dramatic story of their last years in Africa, fighting to save elephants, villagers, and - in the end - themselves. The award-winning zoologists and pioneering conservationists describe their work in the remote and ruggedly beautiful Luangwa Valley, in northeastern Zambia. There they studied the mysteries of the elephant population’s recovery after poaching, discovering remarkable similarities between humans and elephants. A young elephant named Gift provided the clue to help them crack the animals’ secret of survival. A stirring portrait of life in Africa, Secrets of the Savanna is a remarkable record of the Owenses's unique passions.

©2006 Mark Owens and Delia Owens (P)2019 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved
Adventure Travel Africa Animals Biological Sciences Conservation Environment Outdoors & Nature Science Travel Writing & Commentary Adventure Elephant Inspiring Mystery
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Inspiring True Story • Uplifting Conservation Message • Educational Animal Stories • Captivating African Adventures
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Left me wanting more this was very good I recommend it highly now to look for another

Very good

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A good insight into elephants and their habitats. We love hearing of Africa and it's animals.

A look at elephants,

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It was a nice getaway to take. Dreamy stories that matter. I recommend it to all!

Dreamy

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I enjoyed this so much. I grew up in Zambia and Thought I knew the bush. But they opened up a new world to me about elephants.
Beautiful poetic descriptions.
Plenty of excitement.

Luangwa

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loved it. must listen. so neat and very interesting. I highly recommend this story.

great story

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I had read one of Delia Owens other books and was searching for other book that she wrote. At first when I saw the title over I don't know Africa? But I am so happy that I did listen to this great book! And I probably will again the description of the wildlife the elephants in their lives will for ever touched my heart. As a youngster I lived in many continents and I so always wanted to go to Africa Kenya I thought because of all the animals you would see in one country. But sadly I've never made that journey. So it's so exciting at 72 to have a treasure i'm listening to your , Love and dedication and many years giving your lives to save the wonderful Savannah!

A vivid view of the savanna in Africa, culture and wildlife!

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This book tells a story of an amazing couple who live a good deal of their lives among the animals and natives of Africa. The work they did in Africa benefited both the people of Africa and the animals of Africa. The writers also give the readers a feel for what it must be like to live among such amazing natives and animals.

A refreshing book that reconnects us with nature

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Truly a heart wrenching and uplifting story of unimaginable sacrifice to be shared and listened to time after time.

A Life Changing Masterpiece!

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I had read Cry of the Kalahari and was looking forward to this book by the Owens. However, I believe I would have become more absorbed in the book itself. Nevertheless I still enjoyed the story. The only other thing I would say is I know the Owens were young people when they started their research but your male narrator sounded like an old man who was simply reading using a monotone voice with no inflection. That was disconcerting and not keeping with the picture I have of a young and excited Mark Owens living the best of his life.

Audible vs Book

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Love this, as well as their 2 prior books about their lives and experiences as wildlife reseach scientists and conservationists in Africa. I can't single out just one memorable moment, there have been so many of them in all their books. Unexpected situations that strike fear, dismay and laughter are all written in compelling prose. The more I have read, the more my admiration grows for Mark and Delia Owens. If you haven't read their other books yet, I highly recommend, in order of publication, Cry of the Kalahari and The Eye of the Elephant. Delia Owens also wrote a book of fiction (excellently written story, made into a movie), Where the Crawdads Sing.

Another 5 Star book by Mark & Delia Owens

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