Steve Irwin: The Incredible Life of the Crocodile Hunter (Paperback)

~ (Author) "Steve was just seven years old the first time his dad, Bob Irwin, noticed anything unusual about him..." (more)
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On September 4, 2006, Steve Irwin was killed by a stingray while filming at the Great Barrier Reef. Known as the "Crocodile Hunter," after his TV series of the same name, Steve was only 44, and his untimely death robbed the world of one of its greatest and most popular naturalists, conservationalists, and environmentalists. Although an undeniably gifted broadcaster and consummate showman, Irwin was first and foremost an animal lover, and this book traces his extraordinary story, telling how his irrepressible energy and all-consuming passion for wildlife and the natural world caught the imagination of TV viewers all over the world, turning him into a global phenomenon. With astonishing photographs throughout, it looks back at the "Crocodile Hunter's" great adventure, celebrating this unique force of nature, and providing a fitting tribute to one of Australia's most colorful and much-loved sons.

About the Author

Trevor Baker, a freelance journalist specializing in music and popular culture, has contributed to many British magazines and websites, including Melody Maker, Rock Sound, NME.com, as well as Time Out, UK Sunday broadsheet the Observer and other publications. His previous books include an illustrated biography of Kyle Minogue, Kylie: Fever and the official tie-in to I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Press (January 3, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1568583494
• ISBN-13: 978-1568583495
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #405,278 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worthy of its subject, February 8, 2008

By	Pamela Dupre "dayztrekker" (Mundelein, Illinois USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Steve Irwin: The Incredible Life of the Crocodile Hunter (Paperback)

Steve Irwin was a dedicated and thoroughly down to earth wildlife conservationist. He believed in what he did and he had a heart full of love and a healthy attitude towards life. Steve Irwin: The Incredible Life of the Crocodile Hunter thoroughly explores Steve's amazing life, from his childhood antics through to his adult relationships - including his wife Terry and their family. There are wonderful photos thru-out. Anyone who loved Steve, will enjoy having this book. Steve, you are missed. But the work you believed in goes on. Thank you.

Pam Dupre

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Vintage Tribute To A Warrior For Animals, November 6, 2007

By	Brien Comerford (Glenview, Illinois United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The charismatic and highly animated Steve Irwin was compassion in action for the wildlife kindom. He revered all creatures great and small. His entertaining and captivating television specials were vital for alluring countless thousands of young viewers to learn to apprecaite nature and animal species. He interacted with crocodiles, snakes and dangerous animals to showcase that these species were vital to ecosystems and habitats. Steve Irwin did not kill animals. He was a warrior on behalf of wildlife. He was accidentally killed by a stingray. The latter are majestic and peaceful creatures. Steve Irwin would denounce any malcontent person who would mutilate and kill an innocent stingray. Thank God that Steve Irwin's wife and incredible daughter continue his campaign and advocacy on behalf of the animal kingdom.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Steve Irwin, December 27, 2008

By	jodi freeman (akron ohio usa) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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If you love, or are remotely curious about this fascinating man, you will totally enjoy this book.