Even as a very young child, Simon King was passionate about the natural
world. Being savaged by a rabid cheetah, charged at by rhinos and
elephants and defecated upon by a long list of birds and other animals
may sound like hell to some. But these, along with countless other
experiences alongside all things furry, scaly, slimy and feathery have
provided him with an enormously rich bank of tales to relive and retell.
With characteristic honesty and charm, Simon King weaves his animal
stories amongst encounters with extraordinary people, and astonishing
places to give us a memoir that will delight readers.