Ivory Apes & Peacocks Animals, Adventure and Discovery in the Wild Places of Africa

"Alan, almost single-handedly in my opinion, made wildlife films grow up" -- David Attenborough "Enthralling, the best true-life adventure story to come out of Africa for years" -- Brian Jackman Daily Telegraph "A truly compelling book, savage and sparkling by turns" -- Kathryn Hughes Mail on Sunday "Alan Root's overflowing life as a dedicated, adventurous film-maker and naturalist is almost the story of wild East Africa itself in those glorious and tragic years surrounding the advent of political independence.a fresh, honest, often moving (and humorous) account, a terrific contribution to the literature" Peter Matthiessen "Required reading for anyone who wants to experience the joys and sorrows of conservation in today's Africa" Wilbur Smith