Dan Eldon: The Art of Life

by Kathy Eldon and Jennifer New

Only 22 when he lost his life on assignment in Somalia, photojournalist Dan Eldon left behind much more than the journals that became the basis for Chronicle's best-seller The Journey Is the Destination. He left a lifetime of adventures that continue to inspire. Raised in Kenya, he took numerous expeditions across Africa that helped him to understand and love the continent. Through his safaris and benevolent crusades--and with interludes of study...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811829553
• ISBN13: 9780811829557
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 2.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 8.0" x 9.8"

Customer Reviews

For those who thought passion was a thing of the past...

Sometimes in life, we come across somebody who resembles in us everything we love, or envy, or just understand. Well, while reading "The Art of Life", a story about the travels of the young and corageous Dan Eldon, I stumbled upon all of these emotions and more. The book, a collaboration of work about Dan's travels, views, and passions, written by jennifer New and Kathy Eldon, is sure to spark a fire in each who reads it. This book is filled with more energy and spirit then I think I have ever possesed in all my years of being. Filled with colorful photographs and intelligent words, this story has been like a symphony to my weary eyes. After reading "The Journey is the Destination: The Journals of Dan Eldon" (the first book published about Dan's miraculous travels and premature demise), I thought to myslef, "nothing could possibly be more beautiful or enchanting than this." I was proven wrong as soon as my hands glided over the pages of "The Art of Life". It has been wonderful to read while sitting outside in a park on a warm afternoon, as well as inside on a rainy day when you feel all hope is lost. It has been a glorious gift, reminding me that all which stands around us is something to celebrate. My only hope is that others, even if it is one small being, find this book....it will open up a genuine desire for life in you, that is sure to last for as long as you stand beneath the blue sky which hangs above.

Dan Eldon is a Lantern

In order to get the most out of this book, check out Dan Eldon's book of collage, "The Journey is the Destination," first. Look through it over and over again. Each time, you'll find something new. The book has a life of its own and illuminates the importance of existence. Each of our lives represents a cross section of eternity. This book proves that by underscoring the immense value of human potential. Not only did Dan Eldon live, but he recorded the gestures and issues of his blazing life. His perseverance is inspiring and reinforces the importance of taking action. Jennifer New's book, "The Art of Life," tells the story behind the images in "The Journey is the Destination." Discovering these stories after years of attempting to decipher Dan's journals was spectacular...

From Another Mother

The beauty of Africa is revealed while reading this extraordinary account of Dan's travels. A book I could hardly put down, nor wait to return to!Dan's mother, Kathy, and I met after my son was killed while helping the U'wa People of Colombia. Terence was a passionate defender of the environment and the rights of Indigenous People.Both Dan and Terence seemed to be receiving a graduate degree in humanity, while in their natural habitat, the great outdoors.Jennifer New's excellent organization and writing bring Dan Eldon's adventures to life.Julie FreitasMother of Terence Unity Freitas

Fascinating.

If you learn the Dan Eldon story and are not awestruck, inspired, moved, fascinated, deeply saddened and uplifted at the same time, there is something wrong with you. His short life was lived to the fullest - something not many people can truly claim, beyond the adventuresome spirit - his artwork was vibrant, colourful, emotional, playful and as full of contrast as the life he lived. So, is this book worth buying if you already have "The Journey is the Destination"? A resounding YES. If you want to know more detail about his life (a lot of detail), see more of his art, read more of his writings. Dammit, why do the good guys die so young...?