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Akimbo and the Lions
Written by Alexander McCall Smith
Narrated by Alexander McCall Smith
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About this audiobook
Alexander McCall Smith, New York Times best-selling author of the acclaimed #1 Ladies' Detective Agency) series, captures the hearts and imaginations of young listeners with the unique and tender tale of Akimbo and his lion, Simba. When Akimbo and his park ranger father accidentally capture a lion cub, Akimbo decides to name it Simba and care for it. The two soon become inseparable. But when Simba grows too big, Akimbo must make the right choice for his wild friend. "Akimbo emerges as a brave, caring protagonist who faces dilemmas and danger in the service of the animals and people he loves."-Booklist
Author
Alexander McCall Smith
Alexander McCall Smith is the author of the award-winning series The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency, and he now devotes his time to the writing of fiction, including the 44 Scotland Street and the Isabel Dalhousie series. He is the author of over eighty books on a wide array of subjects, and his work has been translated into forty-six languages. Before becoming a full-time writer he was for many years Professor of Medical Law at Edinburgh.
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Reviews for Akimbo and the Lions
Rating: 4.75 out of 5 stars
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4 ratings2 reviews
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I like the part about the boy keeping akimbo .
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Nice children's book. Easy listening. Good life lessons . Good parent and child interaction with positive father models. Especially good for boys. Positive depiction of Africa and African parents.