Type of bind: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 599
Format: Bargain Price
Label: Chronicle Books
Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 224
Printing Date: October 26, 2006
Publishing house: Chronicle Books
Sale Popularity Level: 970880
Studio: Chronicle Books
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Best-selling photographer Steve Bloom follows up his wildly successful book Untamed with a tribute to the largest land mammals on earth. Twelve years in the making, this joyous celebration features elephants from the wildest reaches of Botswana to the teeming cities of India. With aerial shots of the herds in motion, dramatic interactions between angry males, and tender moments between mothers and their calves, this collection features an intimate look at these animals who, though seemingly as distinct from humans as a creature could be, share surprisingly similar characteristics: They have family structures like our own, they show loyalty and allegiance to those closest to them, they grieve as well as express joy, and as these photographs show they have strongly individual personalities. Outdoor Photography magazine called Steve Bloom s photos, 'the best case yet for the defense of the earth.' See for yourself why these creatures once found in nearly fifty countries and now on the endangered species list are, according to Bloom himself, 'the true kings of the jungle.'
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This is now one of the most beautiful books I now own. The photographs are extraordinary. I am a photographer myself and am blown away by the images that truly capture the essence of the elephant. I would have purchased this book in Australia but the $100.00 cost made it prohibitive. Imagine how thrilled I was to purchase it through Amazon for $32.00 including postage!!!! I will treasure this book for many years to come. Andrea.
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This is a beautiful book on the life and personality of elephants. The photography is outstanding. I can certainly see why it took so long to photograph the elephants. It is a keepsake for those of us who love and understand this beautiful animal.
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I think that this book reveals both the deep and fun side of elephants. The picture of an elephant swimming shows off the grace and beauty. By using pictures of elephants in human cerimonies, Steve Bloom portrays an elephants life in a very beautiful way! :-)
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This is a magnificent book filled with rich photography. From the ground looking up you can see the majesty of the elephant. The group photos show
their need and love for one another.
My daughter is an artist. When she was very young, she saw her very first elephant in the zoo. Her father asked her what she thought. "He makes me feel very deep," she said.
I am a sculptor and toy designer who wanted good photos for my work. This book will fill your eye and touch your heart.
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With great sensitivity, compassion, passion, and courage, Steve Bloom has created a masterpiece of words and images about elephants and their habitats and caretakers. His aesthetic, poetic insight helps erase any boundaries between "us" and "them." So it is a look inward as well as outward. Bravo, Steve Bloom
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