When a young lion cub wins the hearts of his human pride in a Florida college town in the late 60s, things are never quite the same. Prepare to be delighted as Thacker takes us on a magical journey into the music and moods of those tumultuous times.
Don’t miss any of William Thacker’s adventures: Orinoco • Otters on a Plane: The India/Africa Expedition • An Untamed Land • The River • The Pearl Islands • Adventure Road
“I have always believed that a person cannot own an animal, but can only buy the privilege of being its caretaker.”
-excerpt from Robert was a Lion
“From grim flashbacks of the dark side of the ’60s exotic animal trade to cultural references that stir memories mostly for those who draw Social Security, William Thacker paints colorful scenes, igniting imagery and rousing adventures, while generating nostalgia for a time when such things were possible. His passion for wildlife saturates the pages and elicits compassion for the marvelous species we have, and those who not be seen again.”
-Fred Antonio, Director Emeritus of Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation
“For all of you who’ve ever expressed a desire to return to the old Gainesville, here’s your limo ride to the past. The ancient photos alone are worth the price of admission.”
~Bill Killeen, blogger, The Flying Pie