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Hippos in the Night: Autobiographical Adventures in Africa
By Christina M. Allen and Rob Shepperson (illustrator)
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher Harpercollins Childrens Books
Publication date January 1, 2003
Pages 128
Binding Hardcover
Book category Juvenile Non-Fiction
ISBN-13 9780688178260
ISBN-10 068817826X
Dimensions 0.50 by 6 by 8.50 in.
Weight 0.64 lbs.
Availability§ Out of Print
Original list price $16.99
Other format details juvenile
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Summary
Offers a real-life account of the author's adventures into the wilds of Africa, from nighttime noises of wild animals and traveling on small boats to meeting the natives and more.
Amazon.com description: Product Description: Hippos?
Hyenas?
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Have you ever dreamed of visiting the grasslands of Africa, watching zebras, lions, and wildebeest running free? Did you ever want to photograph a rhino up close and personal, or spot elephants showering in the river?

Biologist Christina Allen had big dreams of Africa -- and found a way to make those dreams a reality She joined a team of scientists biking along East Africa's Great Rift Valley looking for wildlife. Christina also visited several tribes, witnessing their cultures firsthand!

Always ready to accept challenges and laugh at her mistakes, Christina candidly shares the details of her adventure. Humorous and touching, Hippos in the Night is full of hope for the wildlife -- and the people -- of Africa.



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Hardcover
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from Harpercollins Childrens Books (January 1, 2003)
9780688178260 | details & prices | 128 pages | 6.00 × 8.50 × 0.50 in. | Rec. grade levels 4-6 | 0.64 lbs | List price $16.99
About: Biologist Christina Allen describes her adventures in Africa, including watching the shadow of a hippo lurking outside her tent, trying to ride a camel, and watching a dung beetle in action.
Library
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from Harpercollins (February 1, 2003)
9780688178277 | details & prices | 128 pages | 5.75 × 8.75 × 0.50 in. | Rec. grade levels 4-6 | 0.70 lbs | List price $17.89
About: Biologist Christina Allen describes her adventures in Africa, including watching the shadow of a hippo lurking outside her tent, trying to ride a camel, and watching a dung beetle in action.

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