An elephant never forgets... This is the story of Hannah the elephant and her soon-to-be-retired keeper, Samson Brown. For forty-one years Hannah has been held in captivity at a dilapidated zoo, with Sam's company the one thing keeping her going. Sam's terrified what will happen to Hannah when he's gone, so rejoices when elephant expert Neva Wilson arrives on the scene. But can she dream? Neva quickly discovers what Sam already knows: that despite their loving care, Hannah's isolation and worsening health could be her undoing. So together they hatch a plan, to send Hannah to an elephant sanctuary - just as the zoo's spiteful director launches a campaign that spotlights Hannah as the main attraction, intricately tying Hannah's future to the fate of the zoo.
Diane Hammond Boeken
Deze auteur duikt in de mogelijkheden van stream-of-consciousness schrijven, geïnspireerd door befaamde literaire stijlen. Tijdens zijn studie ontdekte hij een aangeboren vermogen om moeiteloos lange verhalen te creëren, wat de deur opende naar zijn verkenning van fictie. Zijn werk kenmerkt zich door een speelse aanpak en een diepe duik in de innerlijke levens van personages, en biedt lezers een uniek inkijkje in de menselijke psyche.



Friday's Harbor
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- 13 uur lezen
The story follows Truman Levy, the new director of the Max L. Biedelman Zoo, as he navigates his role in the tranquil town of Bladenham, Washington. However, tranquility is disrupted when he discovers the dire situation of Friday, a sick captive killer whale, through his eccentric aunt Ivy. The narrative explores themes of compassion and the challenges of animal welfare, highlighting Truman's journey as he confronts the ethical dilemmas surrounding captivity and the care of endangered species.
Seeing Stars
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- 17 uur lezen
Diane Hammond's writing is characterized by its heartfelt approach, blending compassion and humor to create engaging narratives. Her storytelling captivates readers, offering a unique perspective that resonates emotionally while providing moments of levity.