We Bought a Zoo tells the true story of Benjamin Mee, a widowed father who makes an extraordinary decision to purchase a dilapidated zoo in the English countryside. Struggling with grief after his wife's death while raising two young children, Benjamin invests the family's remaining savings into Dartmoor Wildlife Park, home to hundreds of exotic animals. Alongside his mother, brother, children, and a dedicated but eccentric staff, he confronts countless challenges—financial struggles, animal welfare crises, and emotional turmoil. This heartwarming memoir chronicles a family's journey of healing, resilience, and unexpected joy, revealing how saving a broken zoo ultimately helped mend a broken family.
