Wild Places: The Life of Naturalist David Attenborough

From childhood fossil hunts in the English countryside to decades of groundbreaking wildlife television, David Attenborough transformed how we see the natural world. His pioneering documentaries whisked millions across deserts, jungles, and oceans to witness animals thriving in their true homes.

Yet as his career spanned seven decades, David watched those wild places shrink before his eyes. This captivating biography weaves together his personal journey of discovery with a powerful message: our planet has shifted dramatically in a single lifetime, and we all have a role to play in restoring Earth's vanishing wilderness and safeguarding the creatures who depend on it.