A Lion Called Christian by Anthony Bourke, John Rendall (2009, Hardcover)

I purchased this book because, like millions around the world, I was greatly touched by the YouTube video that depicted the reunion of Christian with the men who raised Christian when he was a cub, Anthony (Ace) Bourke and John Rendall.

This book was beautifully written and illustrated. By reading the book, I felt as if I was transported back in time; I felt as if I was there sharing the experiences with Christian, Ace, John, and the amazing George Adamson (of Born Free fame). This is a touching and profoundly moving story that both inspires and educates. If you are an animal lover, I think you will be delighted with this book. If you are not yet an animal lover, I think you will become one after reading this book.

As I recently said in a letter that I wrote to one of the authors, “All of you have touched my heart in a way that words cannot express or describe.” Beyond that, I believe people who know what it means to love an animal and to share part of one’s life with an animal will be reminded, after learning about Christian’s story, of just how precious a gift animals are to people. Further, I believe Christian’s story will enable some people to have, for the first time in their lives, an epiphany, whereby they will come to appreciate how special any animal can be. I believe only good can come from this. Further, I was left feeling that there was an ambiance of “destiny” or “karma” surrounding the events depicted in this book. It seems like it was all just meant to be.

In my entire life, I never paid so much money for a book. After reading this book, I feel it was worth every penny! I am proud and honored to own my copy of this book.

If you have seen the U-Tube video the book is a must!!!!

The video brings tears to your eyes, but you know it's a heart warming book when you cry through the chapters.

This was an incredible book about a lion's life in London and an amazing journey to set him free in Africa. Such a touching story about the life of this amazing lion! Once i saw the video on youtube, i HAD to read this. Just purely amazing. You can feel the love those two men had for Christian the lion as you read about their life together.

THIS STORY TOUCHED MY HEART. TO SEE THIS BEAUTIFUL & MAJESTIC ANIMAL LOVE SO UNCONDIONALLY THESE TWO MEN WHO BOUGHT HIM FROM HARRODS JUST REINFORCES THE BOND WE HAVE WITH OUR ANIMALS. I SAW THE YOUTUBE VIDEO AND HAD TO READ THE STORY BEHIND IT. CHRISTIAN WAS "RAISED" WITH SO MUCH LOVE THAT HE NEVER THOUGHT OF HIMSELF AS A LION. BECAUSED HE WAS LOVED AND ABLE TO BE HIMSELF, THIS BEAUTIFUL BABY GAVE SO MUCH LOVE AND FUN IN RETURN TO THESE MEN, HIS BUDDIES. WHEN THEY MET UP WITH HIM AGAIN, IT'S NO SUPRISE THAT CHRISTIAN NOT ONLY REMEMBERED THEM, BUT HE PROVED THAT REAL LOVE NEVER DIES.

I like books which feature animals this book not only features a lion it is a true story. Bla Bla Bla A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

This book is one of the best I have ever read. This is a definate "Must Have", once I started to read it I couldnt put it down. The love and passion felt in the book is inspirational. I would highly recommend the book to anyone.....

Bought it as a gift for someone who loves the story. We have seen the video on YouTube and were fascinated by the unexpected behavior of the lion.

I Never received it.I emailed seller and never responded.I paid for it by paypal.
bad ebay experience. Have not read the book.