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by Ben Dessen (Author), Tay Timoney (Illustrator)
Deep in the heart of the forest stood the mighty Elder Tree, a sanctuary for creatures great and small. But when disaster strikes and the ancient tree is lost, two red-tailed black cockatoos, Marlin and Banksi, must embark on a desperate search for a new place to call home. This heart-warming and entertaining children's story highlights the challenges of habitat loss and its impact on native wildlife, while showcasing the conservation efforts aimed at restoring threatened species populations. A touching tale of resilience, adaptation, and the bonds between wildlife and humans, The Last Hollow inspires children to cherish and protect the natural world.
Author Biography
Ben Dessen has travelled widely to see first-hand how different animals are surviving in the world he also has a degree in and distinctions in Animal Science and Conservation Biology. He is active on social media, making it easy to keep up with him and his adventures. Ben has been involved in the plight of the orangutan in Borneo; clearing their rainforest habitat to plant millions of oil palm trees is leaving orangutans without a home. Like so many of our beautiful animals, their very survival is dependent on maintaining the environment in which they live. Melbourne based Artist, Animator, Illustrator, Game Dev & Local bird. Artist
