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This is the latest best seller, skilfully written by Christian’s owner JOHN RENDALL

And illustrated by DEREK CATTANI.

In 1969, at the height of swinging London, two carefree young Australians – John Rendall and Anthony `Ace` Bourke – bought a lion cub from Harrods in Knightsbridge.  It was the start of

An extraordinary journey, after raising the cub in their Chelsea flat and exercising him after dark in the gardens of a local church, the men teamed up with the legendary George Adamson to prepare Christian the Lion for the wilds of Africa. Today, the YouTube clip of their heart- warming reunion

A while later has been seen by over 100 million viewers.

In this book John Rendall revisits his remarkable story, and brings you right up to date with Christians lasting legacy for conservation. And the ongoing wildlife conservation projects in Africa.

  Its pages are packed with extraordinary never-before-seen images from photographer and honorary pride member Derek Cattani.

“A story as moving as it is incredible”   DAILY MAIL

“A beautiful story with beautiful images” RULA LENSKA

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