Chi the Antelope King's Epic Journey Home

By: Jack, Alex

In the vast, untamed expanse of the West African savannah, where the rhythm of life beats to the ancient cadence of nature, a story unfolds-a tale that spans continents, delves into the heart of globalization, confronts the horrors of the war on nature, and dances on the precipice of climate change. This is the odyssey of Chi, the young monarch of a West African antelope herd, whose fate becomes entwined with the forces of human ambition, industrialization, and environmental upheaval.
Chi is joined in his trek by Thoth, a resourceful hamadryas baboon from Egypt with advanced digital skills; Dao, a sage, red-crowned crane from China; Blossom, a graceful Monarch butterfly; Lithe, a sinewy Bolivian jaguar, and other animals. Their global odyssey serves as a powerful reminder that, in the face of adversity, the indomitable spirit of nature endures.
Through Chi's eyes, readers gain a visceral understanding of the fragility of ecosystems and the urgent need for collective action to preserve the biodiversity that sustains life on Earth. It prompts readers to consider the interconnectedness of our actions and the profound impact they have on the delicate web of life that envelops our planet.

Praise for Chi

"Stirring and delightful . . . Brilliantly written and beautifully illustrated- Neal D. Barnard, MD, President, Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

"Filled with myth and magic, it's a book to read with your children and to set us all on a healthier, kinder path forward."-Sachi Kato, mother, macrobiotic cooking teacher, and co-author of The One Peaceful World Cookbook

"When you read this work of art, you will be forever changed."-Marlene Watson-Tara, teacher, author, and co-founder of Human Ecology Project and MACROVegan

"A wonderful, adventurous book that reads like a powerful dream."-Abraham Oort, retired Climate Scientist at Princeton University and author of Living on Earth

"A global fable, a masterpiece in art and words . . . spiritual truths along the way revealed."-Cynthia Vann, author Humanity at a Wireless Crossroads

"A mythical epic about a world that could one day be."-Ginat Rice, co-founder and director, The Rice House, Israel

"A remarkable tale for the ages . . . written with heartfelt compassion and remarkable insight."
-William Spear, Fortunate Blessings Foundation and author Feng Shui Made Easy

"A fable for these times, a reflection on how humankind has strayed off the course of harmony and how animals may again become the teachers."-Bill Tara, Co-Founder, Human Ecology Project, author, and teacher

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CVVTBN1S
• ISBN13: 9798879957709
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"