The lion, a 400pound male with paws the size of dinner plates, leaned against richardson. Kevin rene richardson born 8 october 1974, known as the lion whisperer, is a south african youtube personality and selftaught sanctuary owner who works with african lions. He works as an animal behaviourist at the lion park, one of south africas bestknown lion habitats. He has been involved in a number of successful film and documentary projects involving his work with the big cats, including the white lion and dangerous companions. In part of the pride, kevin richardson, recently dubbed the lion man on 60 minutes, tells the story of how he grew from a young boy who loved animals to become a man able to cross the divide between humans and predators, looking some of the worlds most dangerous animals directly in the eye, playing with them and even kissing them on the noseall without ever being attacked or injured. Part of the pride by tony park and kevin richardson book cover, description, publication history.
Kevin richardson, the lion whisperer of south africa. Lee part of the pride my life among the big cats of africa por kevin richardson disponible en rakuten kobo. Part of the pride kindle edition by richardson, kevin. As a selftaught animal behaviorist, richardson has broken every safety rule known to humans when working with wild animals. This week one of the lions broke away from the group and attacked a.
He has been married to kristin richardson since june 17, 2000. Part of the pride audiobook by kevin richardson, tony park. My life among the big cats of africa by richardson, kevin isbn. It wasnt really about the lions, it was about kevin richardson. On this channel, the lion whisperer films the majority of his footage using a gopro camera, allowing viewers to get as close as possible to the lions, leopards and hyenas at the sanctuary. Tony park, is the author of six other books set in africa, including silent. Kevin has also written a book appropriately named, part of the pride detailing his work over the years with the large carnivores and is now affectionately known by his fans worldwide as the lion whisperer. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and. Kevin richardson was born in the nightingale clinic in johannesburg, south africa, on the 8th of october. Kevin richardsons most popular book is part of the pride. Tony park is the author of multiple other books set in africa, including ivory. Kevin richardson in part of the pride tells the story of his life and work.
With humor and charm, richardson defies common convention by developing relationships with lions as well as with other wild, predatory animals. Kevin richardson s most popular book is part of the pride. Part of the pride by kevin richardson, 9780312556730, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Kevin richardsons unique relationships with these large predators have opened many doors and captivated the imagination of many people throughout the world. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading part of the pride. Part of the pride by kevin richardson overdrive rakuten.
Previously featured on cbs and nbc, he is also the producer on an upcoming feature film, white lion. Kevin richardson hopes to provide viewers insight into the lives of these beautiful creatures and in turn, by watching the videos on the channel, viewers. Kevin scott richardson was born on october 3, 1971 in lexington, kentucky, the son of ann c. Mar 27, 2017 in part of the pride, kevin richardson, recently dubbed the lion man on 60 minutes, tells the story of how he grew from a young boy who loved animals to become a man able to cross the divide between humans and predators, looking some of the worlds most dangerous animals directly in the eye, playing with them and even kissing them on the noseall without ever being attacked or injured.
With an innate love for animals that started when he was a young boy, kevin richardson should be lauded for his conservation prowess with lions, hyenas, and leopards. Womans fatal lion mauling at kevin richardson south africa. Refuting the idea that breaking an animals spirit is the best way to subdue it, richardson shows these animals to be. Sep 01, 2009 in part of the pride, kevin richardson tells the story of his life and work, how he grew from a young boy who cared for so many animals that he was called the bird man of orange grove to an adolescent who ran wild and, finally, to a man who is able to cross the divide between humans and predators. Kevin richardson is an animal custodian and selftaught behavioralist at kingdom of the white lion. Growing up, kevin lived on a 10acre farm with his parents and two older brothers jerald wayne jr. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
In part of the pride, kevin richardson, recently dubbed the lion man on 60. Read part of the pride by kevin richardson,tony park for free with a 30 day free trial. As a selftaught animal behaviorist, richardson has broken every safety. Read part of the pride online by kevin richardson and tony park. Kevin richardson has been dubbed the lion whisperer. Kevin richardson has 23 books on goodreads with 1993 ratings. Its a title he doesnt like, but how else can you label his extraordinary relationship. In part of the pride, kevin richardson, recently dubbed the lion man on 60 minutes, tells the story of how he grew from a young boy who loved animals to become a man able to cross the divide between humans and predators, looking some of the worlds most dangerous animals directly in the eye, playing with them and even kissing them on the. A film started to circulate on youtube of a remarkable man named kevin richardson, an animal custodian in a south african animal park. Aug 05, 2009 kevin richardson aka the lion whisperers new biography about his life surrounded by africas large carnivores. Part of the pride ebook by kevin richardson rakuten kobo. Books by kevin richardson author of part of the pride.
Part of the pride is a touching and empathetic look at the life of lions through the experiences of kevin richardson. Richardson, iis profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. A film started to circulate on youtube of kevin richardson showing in his daytoday work, looking after some of the worlds most dangerous animals. In part of the pride, kevin richardson, dubbed the lion man on 60 minutes, tells the story of how he grew from a young boy who loved animals to become a man able to cross the divide between humans and predators, looking some of the worlds most dangerous animals directly in the eye, playing with them, and even kissing them on the nose all. Part of the pride by tony park and kevin richardson fantastic fiction. Kevin richardson rescued lionesses meg and amy when they were cubs abandoned in a ditch. One recent morning, kevin richardson hugged a lion and then turned away to check something on his phone. Part of the pride by kevin richardson the lion whisperer. In part of the pride, kevin richardson tells the story of his life and work, how he grew from a young boy who cared for so many animals that he was called the bird man of orange grove to an adolescent who ran wild and, finally, to a man who is able to cross the divide between humans and predators. In part of the pride, kevin richardson, recently dubbed the lion man on 60 minutes, tells the story of. Kevin richardson book part of the pride my life amonge. One of my favourite part of the book is, when he describes his visit to a lion farmer. He has presented and produced several documentaries that detail his relationships with the animals and highlight the plight of lions both in captivity and in the wild.
About a year ago, film started to circulate on youtube of a remarkable man named kevin richardson, an animal custodian. To learn more about kevin richardsons views on the complexities of managing lion population, looking after captive lions, the life cycle of a farmed lion, lion tourism and volunteering, canned lion hunting and more click to download two free chapters from his book part of the pride. The film showed richardson in his daytoday work, looking after some of the worlds most dangerous animals. The kingdom of the white liona reserve that is home to several large lion pridesis under threat, and kevin is working tirelessy to save it. Stunning footage shows brave lion whisperer hugging and. Kevin richardson keynote speakers bureau and speaking fees. With an innate love for animals that started when he was a young boy, kevin richardson should be lauded for his conservation prowess with lions, hyenas and leopards. Kevin richardson book part of the pride my life amonge the big cats of africa kevin richardson has been dubbed the lion whisperer. Staring some directly in the eye, crouching down at their level, playing with them and even kissing them on the nose all without ever being seriously attacked or injured.
New home for lion pride in coming months dean love. He has been involved in a number of successful film and documentary projects involving his work with the big. Best known as the lion whisperer, he spoke exclusively to upscale living magazine about what it takes to ensure the preservation and protection of these magnificent beasts. Kevin rechadson ambassadors pro trek mens watches casio. Mar 02, 2018 kevin richardson, known as the lion whisperer, ends a twohour walk with three of his lions in the dinokeng game reserve. In part of the pride, kevin richardson tells the story of his life and work, how he grew. Gain new insight and understanding of these magnificent predators. Part of the pride ebook por kevin richardson 9781429964609. See more ideas about kevin richardson, lion and big cats. In africa lions currently occupy less than 20% of their historical range and are declining. Kevin scott richardson was born on october 3, 1971 in lexington, kentucky, usa. My life among the big cats of africa richardson, kevin. Boy genius 2001, this is the end 20 and the casserole club 2011.
Its a title he doesnt like, but how else can you label his. Kevin richardson is a selftaught animal behaviorist with an uncanny ability to work with the planetss most iconic predators. Aug 17, 2017 a touching but terrifying video shows a lionwhisperer hugging and playing with big cats. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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