Book details
How It Was With Dooms: A True Story from Africa
Description
Twelve-year-old Xan Hopcraft grew up with a pet cheetah named Dooms at his home in Nairobi, Kenya. After Dooms passed away, Xan and his mother Carol created a scrapbook that combined photographs and Xan's drawings to tell the story of Dooms' life and their experiences with him. The book, 'How It Was with Dooms', presents a unique and personal portrait of the cheetah and his life as a cherished member of the Hopcraft family, offering insight into life with a wild African cheetah.
Age
7-11
Text complexity
proficient
Length
64 pages
Why to read
- Cultural Insight: The book offers a unique glimpse into life on a Kenyan game reserve, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the relationship between humans and wildlife in Africa, as well as the cultural context of the region.
- True Story: As a true account of the author's experiences, the book provides an authentic narrative that is both engaging and educational, allowing readers to connect with real events and learn from them.
- Emotional Connection: The story of Dooms, the cheetah, and the Hopcraft family is heartwarming and poignant, creating an emotional bond with readers that can inspire compassion and empathy for animals and nature.
- Conservation Awareness: Reading 'How It Was With Dooms' raises awareness about wildlife conservation issues, the importance of preserving natural habitats, and the challenges faced by animals in the wild, encouraging readers to become more environmentally conscious.