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West with Giraffes

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West with Giraffes

De: Lynda Rutledge
Narrado por: Danny Campbell
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An emotional, rousing novel inspired by the incredible true story of two giraffes who made headlines and won the hearts of Depression-era America.

“Few true friends have I known and two were giraffes…”

Woodrow Wilson Nickel, age 105, feels his life ebbing away. But when he learns giraffes are going extinct, he finds himself recalling the unforgettable experience he cannot take to his grave.

It’s 1938. The Great Depression lingers. Hitler is threatening Europe, and world-weary Americans long for wonder. They find it in two giraffes who miraculously survive a hurricane while crossing the Atlantic. What follows is a twelve-day road trip in a custom truck to deliver Southern California’s first giraffes to the San Diego Zoo. Behind the wheel is the young Dust Bowl rowdy Woodrow. Inspired by true events, the tale weaves real-life figures with fictional ones, including the world’s first female zoo director, a crusty old man with a past, a young female photographer with a secret, and assorted reprobates as spotty as the giraffes.

Part adventure, part historical saga, and part coming-of-age love story, West with Giraffes explores what it means to be changed by the grace of animals, the kindness of strangers, the passing of time, and a story told before it’s too late.

©2021 Lynda Rutledge (P)2020 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.
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“A delightful read.”The New York Times Book Review

“Every year I find at least one book that soars above all the others. This year West With Giraffes is that book.”Florida Times Union

“[A] larger-than-life story about the power of both animal magnetism and human connection…witty, charming, and heartwarming.”Booklist

Heartwarming Tale • Engaging Adventure • Perfect Narrator • Rich Historical Details • Poignant Human-animal Bond
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This is a great feel good kinda story about 2 giraffes brought to the United States in 1938,, arriving in New York City and transported by truck 3,200 miles to the San Diego Zoo..Part adventure, part historical and part love story between humans and animals. The two amazing giraffes are referred to as "Our Darlings" in the story. Danny Campdell does a good job of narrating...This was one of my two selections from Prime First Reads, then when the audio book came out, I snapped it up.

Fantastic Story

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I enjoyed West With Giraffes right out of the shipyard. Danny Campbell is a stellar narrator who gave voice to the characters. I recommend this audio to everyone.

Giraffes Rock!

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A thrilling and charming true story. Loved every minute of it. I'd be shocked if this isn't made into a movie.

Charming

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I didn’t want this book to end! It is wise with insight, witty in its writing and telling, and wonderfully narrated.

A story of not only two giraffes and their drive across the US to the San Diego Zoo, but one of a young man coming to terms with life after the Dust Bowl and what his future might hold.

The giraffes lured me in, the tale of Woodrow Wilson Nickel’s adventure with said giraffes and a cast of feisty characters kept me engaged. The writing is crisp and descriptive, the pace is quick as the story unfolds.

This book just made it to my Top 5 of all time!

Fun with Giraffes

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This is a wonderful story if you can tolerate the narration. If another version is ever presented be sure to listen.

Could not get past the narrator.

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In today's world so full with true gloom and doom, this was a lovely respite! When I was at the San Diego zoo years ago I bought myself a remembrance trinket. A beautiful pair of giraffe earrings. Now I know why....

Uplifting

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I got this book because it was free and I needed to listen to something while I exercise. It soon captured my interest and I just could not stop listing. Get it. You not be disappointed.

Great!

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The story and trip across the US come alive in this audible book. You get close to each of the characters especially the giraffes.

Great listen

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Loved it , recommend from young teens to 105 read. Would put this on recommended read for school literature classes.

Adventure and Educational

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Well written & well performed by the reader.
It makes you think of giraffes in a whole new light.
A must read for any who’ve experienced these amazing animals in the wild and for all animal lovers .
Delightful.

Excellent book!

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