Cry of the Kalahari
Cry of the Kalahari
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1984
Book Brief
Cry of the Kalahari
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1984384
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Kalahari Desert • 1970s
1984
Adult
16+ years
Super Short Summary
Cry of the Kalahari, an autobiography by zoologists Mark and Delia Owens, recounts their pioneering research on African carnivores in Botswana’s Kalahari Desert during the 1970s, focusing on brown hyenas and desert lions. Living in remote Deception Valley, they face financial and environmental challenges yet make significant discoveries about these species' social behaviors and adaptations.
Adventurous
Informative
Emotional
Inspirational
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Cry of the Kalahari by Mark Owens and Delia Owens offers a compelling, immersive look at the Kalahari Desert, capturing its beauty and the struggles of its wildlife. The writing blends scientific insights with personal anecdotes. However, some critics find the narrative occasionally self-focused and question the authors' conservation methods. Overall, it’s an enlightening read.
Who Should Read Cry of the Kalahari?
A reader who enjoys Cry of the Kalahari by Mark Owens and Delia Owens is typically an adventure enthusiast, nature lover, or conservation supporter. Fans of Born Free by Joy Adamson or The Elephant Whisperer by Lawrence Anthony will appreciate this memoir's vivid wildlife encounters and dedication to environmental preservation.
10,987 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Kalahari Desert • 1970s
1984
Adult
16+ years
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