Description
An Elephant in My Kitchen: What the Herd Taught Me about Love, Courage and Survival is a heartwarming and inspiring memoir by Françoise Malby-Anthony, co-written with Katja Willemsen. This charming sequel to The Elephant Whisperer recounts Françoise’s journey after the death of her husband, renowned conservationist Lawrence Anthony, as she takes on the challenge of running Thula Thula game reserve in South Africa. Facing financial difficulties, poaching threats, and a herd of elephants adjusting to her leadership, Françoise’s story is one of resilience, courage, and the deep bonds between humans and animals.
The book captures unforgettable moments with Thula Thula’s elephants, including the day a baby elephant, Tom, wandered into Françoise’s kitchen, and the race to save an injured baby from a snare. It also follows her dream of establishing a rescue centre for orphaned rhinos and other wildlife, where abandoned animals like hippo baby Charlie and little girl rhino Makhosi thrive under her care—with help from Duma, a devoted German Shepherd nursemaid. Filled with humour, poignancy, and love, the narrative showcases the extraordinary relationships between Françoise and the animals she protects.
A must-read for wildlife enthusiasts, animal lovers, and anyone inspired by stories of courage, compassion, and survival in the wild.
