The World's Greatest Lion

From the creators of The Worlds Greatest Elephant comes the real-life story of the MGM Studios Lion.

Perhaps the most recognizable Hollywood animal--outside of Lassie--is "Leo the Lion," MGM Studios famous mascot. For decades his image introduced hundreds of motion pictures, and Zamba the lion acted in dozens more. But he wasnt always a Hollywood star, and he certainly proved to be much more.

This real-life story of Zamba, told by world-renowned animal behaviorist Ralph Helfer and Caldecott Honor recipient Ted Lewin, follows the famous lion from an orphaned cub in Africa to iconic Hollywood actor. But Zambas greatest role wasnt scripted and it certainly wasnt captured on film. In 1969, the canyon that housed Ralph Helfers animal ranch was ravaged by floods. As death claimed many of the animals, dozens were led to safety by one heroic lion.

Zambas story, beautifully told and illustrated, is one that will entertain and inspire--both cubs and lions.