Zoya and Naru: An African Journey of a Boy and an Elephant

Zoya and Naru is a heartwarming African story of a boy and a baby elephant who journey to reunite Zoya with his elephant herd, guided by the intrepid boy and a growing coterie of animals. It raises awareness of the plight of Elephants and the urgent need to protect them before it's too late. Beautifully illustrated by Richie Ryall, it is a compelling tale of friendship, courage, and hope in the face of adversity.

Format: Hardback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2024
Publisher: Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd

The African Story of a Boy and a Baby Elephant: An Unexpected Friendship
A tender, often amusing, take on the age-old African story of nature and humankind existing together in mutual respect, "Zoya and Naru" is a book that will appeal to adults and children as a compelling tale of friendship, courage, and hope in the face of adversity. Published in partnership with Elephants Alive, the book aims to raise awareness of the plight of elephants and the urgent need to protect them before it's too late.

The story follows a young boy named Zoya who sets out on a journey to reunite with his elephant herd. Guided by the intrepid boy and a growing coterie of animals, the baby elephant embarks on a perilous journey through the African bush. Along the way, they encounter various challenges, including dangerous predators and treacherous terrain.

What sets "Zoya and Naru" apart from other African stories is its focus on the relationship between humans and animals. The conversations between Zoya and the animals are filled with beautiful African proverbs and life lessons that raise awareness of the plight of Elephants and the need to protect them. The book also highlights the importance of conservation and the need to create new corridors for animals to move safely across borders as they once did.

Beautifully illustrated by the artist Richie Ryall, "Zoya and Naru" is a book that will appeal to adults and children as a compelling tale of friendship, courage, and hope in the face of adversity. Published in partnership with Elephants Alive, the book aims to raise awareness of the plight of elephants and the urgent need to protect them before it's too late.

Elephant lovers and conservationists are currently working against time to tackle the ivory trade and to create new corridors for animals to move safely across borders as they once did. We are all, as this poignant story reminds us, custodians of our precious environment and the wildlife of Africa. This marvellous book, with its backdrop of survival in the wilds of Africa, makes our duty crystal clear.

Weight: 500g
Dimension: 215 x 180 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781431434190