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West with Giraffes

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Lynda Rutledge

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September 13, 2021 Kelly B says:
An extraordinary story of adventure, hope and two amazing giraffes.
Inspired by true events, this part adventure, part historical saga and part coming-of-age love story follows Woodrow Wilson Nickel as he recalls his 1938 journey to deliver southern California's first giraffes to the San Diego Zoo.
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I work in the circulation department. I love to read all kinds of books, but historical fiction and mysteries are my favorites. When I'm not at the library I enjoy photography, quilting, golf and playing with my grandson.

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