from gypsysmom

The subtitle for this book really says it all. It is a true story and there was a remarkable bond between the humans and the lion. As I read it I felt transported back to the free-spirited way of life that we enjoyed in the 1960's. It's unlikely that this story would be repeated now. People can't...

from thebigreader

I purchased this book at a bookstore that was closing it's doors. The price was discounted, and it looked like a quick read. I had never seen the youtube.com video, or heard of it......When I got home, I watched the video and started the book immediately! The Youtube.com video brought me to tears...

from Anagarika-Sean

Christian was an amazing lion, but I was saddened to find out that we don't know the ending of the story. In a way, the YouTube ending is almost fitting, and it gives us something to believe and dream in.

from elliepotten

A lovely updated version of the 70s book written by two young Australians who became besotted with a lion cub for sale in Harrods and decided to take him home (as you do)... They lived with him in London for a year, first in a furniture shop, and then they were taken under the wing of Bill Traver...

from Smits

i am a sucker for wildlife stories and this one has it all. the you tube video is remarkable. the book is good. somewhat amaturish but good.