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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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It seems that anyone who has indulged in Delia Owens's beautiful novel has been waiting for one thing—the chance see these characters come to life on-screen. The novel has sold more than 12 million copies and has returned to the top of The New York Times fiction bestseller list in both print and audio. The excitement that surrounds this novel remains high. But how does the film adaptation compare to the book? Read on to find out.

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Inspiring Conservation Story • Educational Wildlife Content • Beautiful Nature Descriptions • Uplifting Narrative
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Left me wanting more this was very good I recommend it highly now to look for another

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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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Beautifully descriptive. At times I could close my eyes and imagine being in Africa and seeing the beauty of the landscape and wildlife. Hard to believer it was all a true story.

Hard to believe it was all real

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Wonderful to learn about successful programs to save both the wildlife from poaching and the peoples of Zambia from poverty. Saving nature is ultimately the only way to save our planet’s resources and the future of humans and animals alike. Beautifully presented story by real heroes: Mark and Delia Owens. And beautifully read by Audible.

Inspiring story

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This is one of a few books I've read about Mark and Delia Owens and their work in Africa. This one had the strongest focus on the rank poaching industry, and led us through how they intelligently and successfully won the war for the benefit of the animals and humans alike. I'm always in awe of their determination and especially Delia's fearlessness out in the bush. They are both amazing and inspiring. I also think the narrators did a great job and allowed me to believe that I was listening to the actual couple themselves unfolding the story. Wonderful book.

Inspiring

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Loved this book, and the work of the authors. great descriptions and explanations. Heart-warming and real.

True and meaningful afventure

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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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