My Life with the Chimpanzees

It's really neat to hear Dr. Goodall tell her story, but the tons of sound effects got old—I liked hearing the chimp calls, but didn't need the human-made sounds. This is aimed at youth (probably the reason for the extra sound effects) but I liked it too.

Listening to Dr. Goodall reminded me of documentaries about her that I watched when I was younger. I think I want to look up some documentaries about her to watch. This was a great taste of what I enjoyed in those, but it is just a taste. Still, it's a great reminder of the importance of both the conservation effort Dr. Goodall is involved in and getting stories like this from important people recorded now, while they're with us.

This is an autobiography written for young readers by Jane Goodall, renowned for her resarch and work with chimpanzees in Africa. It is well-written, simple, straightforward, and conversational. Dr. Goodall relates her early love of animals and animal behavior and the path she followed to realize her dream of working with wild and free animals in their natural habitats. Her love for life in general and wildlife in particular radiates off every page and it is gratifying to read the story of someone who was able to live out her passion. I'd like to read some of her books for older readers someday as well.

this is alright - not particularly well written, nor with most of the information i would think most people would be interested in when picking up the book. but i'm always up to learn about her life and work, so even though it has virtually none of the details i would have wanted, it was still worth reading.

it became obvious about a third of the way from the end that this is geared toward young adults, and started to be less about her work and more about how people can make an impact on the world. nice messaging for the audience.

as an audiobook, it was nice to hear it read in her own voice. the sound effects were mostly annoying and a distraction, but maybe they were there because it's a young adult book? the sound effect of chimps show more being beaten with metal rods was entirely unnecessary, however. show less

I’ve always had a deep affection for chimpanzees, monkeys, and gorillas. It astounds me how closely they resemble humans in their behaviors, intellect, and emotions. I aspire to one day have the opportunity to interact with a chimpanzee in the same way I’ve interacted with elephants and giraffes. Until then, I’ll vicariously experience their presence through those who have the privilege of doing so.

Jane Goodall, an extraordinary and renowned zoologist, primatologist, and anthropologist, has dedicated over six decades of her life to studying chimpanzees. In 1996, she published her book, My Life with the Chimpanzees, in which she recounts her childhood spent living with animals on her family’s farm. While she enjoyed observing show more various animals like horses, dogs, and cats, she found greater fulfillment in her outdoor adventures with animals than in attending school. Stories of her time spent in nature with animals brought a smile to my face.

As Jane entered adulthood, her desire to travel and study various animals became evident. At the age of 26, she was fortunate enough to embark on a journey to Africa to study chimpanzees. However, she needed a companion for this expedition, so she decided to bring along her mother, who shared her passion for adventure. In this brief autobiography, Jane shares captivating stories about her experiences working with the chimpanzees, her educational journey, her marriages, and the birth of her son, Hugo. Beyond the fascinating details of her chimpanzee research, Jane also delves into critical issues such as climate change, illegal hunting, and the detrimental impact of industrialization on the chimpanzee population. She encouraged readers to take proactive steps to protect and preserve the lives of these magnificent creatures.

I bought the audiobook of My Life with the Chimpanzees using my Audible membership. I particularly enjoyed the narration by Jane Goodall. The audiobook is well-produced with sound effects that I found entertaining. It’s a book suitable for all ages, and would be especially beneficial to children.

To learn more about Jane Goodall’s current work and the significant impact of her organization, you can visit the Jane Goodall Institute.

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Earlier this year I read Reason for Hope and I thought I would try this book, written for younger audiences. The two are somewhat similar, since they are both about Goodall's life, in her own words, but I like this one for younger readers, as it teaches ways to help stand up for animals and the environment without being overly pushy. We can all care for animals, learn from animals, and help the environment if we just try. The perfect book for nature loving young readers.

As is true for many of her other works, Jane Goodall does a beautiful job detailing her life spent with Chimpanzees. Her love for animals is expressed throughout, and it is clear to the reader the passion she encompasses for the beautiful creatures on this planet. She truly captures the reader through her writing, making this autobiography perfect for children who are looking for a fun and aspiring read. Grades 3rd-5th.

In her own words, this autobiography by famed scientist and conservationist, Jane Goodall discusses her life and her early fascination with chimpanzees and her experiences studying these amazing mammals in Africa. Goodall comments on her very first trip to Africa, and how meeting Dr. Louis Leakey led her to her life’s work. She talks about living among the chimpanzees, learning their behaviors, habits, characteristics, and personalities. Goodall also discusses how her life has been changed and shaped by her study of chimps in a focused and concise manner that underscores her passion and love for her life’s work. This book is specifically aimed at children ages 9-12 and the author discusses her own childhood and how her early show more experience with animals at a neighbor’s farm along with reading Dr. Doolittle inspired her to devote herself to animals, and later chimpanzees. show less