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Twelve‑year‑old Aaron works at a guest lodge in Zambia when he hears a splash in the pool. A baby elephant has nearly drowned, and Aaron’s quick action saves the animal. The rescued calf is taken to an elephant orphanage where it is given the name Zambezi, and Aaron must learn what it means to care for a creature that faces the danger of poaching not only in the wild but also in captivity.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Margriet Ruurs
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