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West with Giraffes
- A Novel
- Narrated by: Danny Campbell
- Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
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.
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- Barbara Field, LMFT, LAADC
- 02-03-21
Wonderful Story
Seldom do you find a book that teaches a history lesson (The great depression and the dust bowl experience in the late 1930's), and a zoology lesson (Learning about the giraffes), while shedding light on multiple cultural themes (racism, sexism, animal rights, parent-child influence, poverty, etc) woven into such an engaging journey. the narrator is perfect to tell this story. I couldn't wait to get to what was coming next. I highly recommend this for readers if all ages.
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- jmuccelli
- 02-02-21
Fantastic Story
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.
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- Amazon Customer
- 02-05-21
Excellent!
Very well written. Loved this amazing story travelling with giraffe s across the country. I loved how the 17 year old boy and a woman with a desire to just spend their time seeing them safely to the zoo. It's definately a unique storyline! Hurray for the giraffe!
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- FL Bird Woman
- 02-19-21
Gritty, sweet, amazing, sad, uplifting
I am NOT a writer and struggle with writing a review. This story should be shared, though! Was searching for something different to read, something different from the brain candy I gravitate toward. It is a peek back into a time in our history that many may want to forget, a time that most alive now can never experience. It's a love story .. and yet, depicts that there can be a blurry line between love and hate... or fear... it's about bravery, cowardice, consequences and compassion. AND it's just downright a readable and enjoyable story. I started with the Kindle book but bought the audio too, and I'm glad I did. The narration really added something special.
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- Elizabeth Stringer
- 02-22-21
Great Storytelling
This one may surprise you. There is not much plot, and not even much characterization...but it’s a great story. Just darn good storytelling! Hated for it to be over.
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- Snowwillow
- 02-21-21
This story will make your heart smile!
When I first saw that giraffe at a preserve near Gualala, California on the coast, I could not believe the graceful walk, big eyes and curious tongue. So absolutely mesmerizing, I have never forgotten. When I saw West with Giraffes, I couldn’t help but put it on my audible to listen to as I drove from Colorado to Texas. The trip went by like a flash as the author immersed me in such a delightful story that makes me wish I could be back in their presence again. The reader was just terrific and story is very worth your while. You will want a giraffe’s song to rumble in your bones too. Highly recommend it when you have time to listen!
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- Akarags
- 03-30-21
Giraffes Rock!
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.
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- 6ftSophia
- 03-30-21
Charming
A thrilling and charming true story. Loved every minute of it. I'd be shocked if this isn't made into a movie.
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- D2
- 03-26-21
Fabulous, heartwarming story
One of those books that I race to find out what happens next, but don't want the story to end. Glimpses of the 1930's in the US, a young man's coming of age adventure and a special nod to the beginnings of the San Diego Zoo. loved it.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-22-21
heart warming and sad
The road trip across the United States was heart warming, full of redemption, hope, dreams, and adventure. In contrast, the after story was sad and disappointing. I had tears in my eyes. Almost like two different authors put the story together.
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- Tiarna S Brown
- 02-05-21
In-put-down-able
If you do nothing else this year, you need to listen/read this book. Amazing
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- diane
- 04-07-21
Brilliant l
Best book I've ever read. I also love giraffes. I'll never forget this story. So moving.