Part of the Pride, Kevin Richardson
Part of the Pride, Kevin Richardson
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Part of the Pride
My Life Among the Big Cats of Africa

Author: Kevin Richardson, Tony Park

Narrator: Dennis Kleinman

Unabridged: 7 hr 51 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 05/21/2019

Synopsis

In Part of the Pride, Kevin Richardson, dubbed "The Lion Man" on 60 Minutes, tells the story of how he grew from a young boy who loved animals to become a man able to cross the divide between humans and predators, looking some of the world's most dangerous animals directly in the eye, playing with them, and even kissing them on the nose—all without ever being attacked or injured.

As a self-taught animal behaviorist, Richardson has broken every safety rule known to humans when working with these wild animals. Flouting common misconceptions that breaking an animal's spirit with sticks and chains is the best way to subdue them, he uses love, understanding, and trust to develop personal bonds with them. His unique method of getting to know their individual personalities, what makes each of them angry, happy, upset, or irritated, has caused them to accept him like one of their own into their fold. Richardson allows the animals' own stories to share center stage as he tells listeners about Napoleon and Tau, the two he calls his "brothers"; the amazing Meg, a lioness Richardson taught to swim; and the heartbreaking little hyena called Homer, who didn't live to see his first birthday.

About Kevin Richardson

Kevin Richardson is a world-renowned wildlife conservationist and filmmaker, recognized by his persona as the "Lion Whisperer." His mission is to highlight the status of the Africa's most iconic predator, the lion, through his work in the media and alongside fellow campaigners, researchers, and scientists. In June 2014 he launched his own YouTube channel, Lion Whisperer TV, introducing the world to his lions and work on a daily basis.

Reviews

Goodreads review by A.E. on June 11, 2021

In this book, Kevin talks about the relationships with animals that he’s had throughout his life, up to and including his hands-on work with lions, leopards, and hyenas. He talks about working in the lion industry in South Africa, and how his experiences led him to leave and start a sanctuary instea......more

Goodreads review by Michele on August 15, 2014

Well, it probably goes without saying that I would love this book, but particular mention has to be made for this man's unique bravery, and lack of 'ego'. These things have allowed him to break the mould of 'man overpowers nature' that far too many people adopt when they work with animals. We either......more

Goodreads review by Theresa on November 17, 2018

Kevin has spent most of his adult life working closely with predators, mainly lions and hyenas. I admire his approach to his relationships with them. He understands them as individuals and loves them as friends and family. When he started working with lions, he did everything wrong, according to the......more

Goodreads review by Allison on July 21, 2012

I tend to agree with Cory on this one. A fantastic subject but a monotonous read, and very repetitive. For all his comments that he doesn't consider himself unique- a lion whisperer- Kevin Richardson actually seems vert impressed with himself and what he does. I found the book a bit self indulgent......more

Goodreads review by Tammy on March 21, 2017

Absolutely loved this book. As soon as I finished it, I wanted to read it again. I love what he does for the animals in his care. They just don't live in cages for the rest of his life. What a blessing he is to these animals. I would love to go visit/volunteer at his sanctuary. This will be a book t......more

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