Photographs and text examine the nonverbal communication of elephants, covering both Asian and African elephants, and discussing threats to the survival of elephants.

A tale of three elephants -- Born into the heart of a herd -- Trumpets, rumbles, and long-distance calls -- Talking through walls : infrasound -- Ear flaps, trunk curls, and elephant perfume -- Good vibrations -- Gods and monsters: the elephant-human relationship.