Download or read book African Campfire Nights written by J. F. Burger and published by . This book was released on 1997-01-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stories told around the campfire, not just of hunting, but of cannibals, witchcraft, ordeals by poison and water, and the influence of medicine men.
Download or read book Tales From Around the African Campfire written by Michael C. Tredway and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2019-02-08 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tales from Around the African Campfire By: Michael C. Tredway Tales from Around the African Campfire is a collection of short stories told by African villagers, soldiers, and wildlife rangers while passing the time sitting around the campfire at night. After years of collecting and retelling these stories, author Michael C. Tredway began sharing these stories with his friends and family. People, even those not familiar with African life, seemed to enjoy these anecdotes and found humor in them. Mr. Tredway decided it would be a great idea to share the stories with a larger audience. It is his hope that readers can find humor and wisdom in the stories, as well as a better appreciation of African wildlife.
Download or read book Riding in Africa written by Ian Williams and published by Ian Williams. This book was released on 2005 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Riding in Africa captures the escapades of more than twelve journeys to Africa. Author Ian Williams offers sage-if somewhat tongue-in-cheek-advice on how to get from one end of an African horse safari to the other without killing yourself. Read about African flora and fauna, evolution, history, language, the eccentricities of human character, and above all, the perspectives of a scientist-adventurer who puts himself on life's edge. Williams tells of succumbing to pneumonia in the foothills of Mount Kenya, his experiences in a small African cottage hospital and later in the Nairobi Hospital, part of which he spends in morphine-induced delirium and part in the hospital room reserved for former Kenyan strong man, Daniel arap Moi. Williams also shares stories of adventures with horses and people while riding through the savannahs of Kenya, the mountains of Malawi, the swamps of Botswana, the deserts of Namibia, and the Lapalala Wilderness, home to the fearsome black rhino. Riding in Africa is about middle passages: the leap from one side of fifty to the other and the fine line between life and death.
Download or read book African Nights Georgina s Story written by Linda Louisa Dell and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-12-09 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Georgina's life is in turmoil. A broken relationship, a passionate love affair, a life threatening illness, her lover's disastrous trek into the wild lands of the Kalahari and the trauma of realising that she has made a great mistake. These are just some of the challenges she confronts in this gripping story. When Georgina's parents decided to take the family on a safari in South Africa, to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary they had little idea of the outcome. Georgina meets Sammy the enigmatic safari leader, they fall in love. During Georgina's visits she experiences the darker side of Africa when a boy is kidnapped and the culprits are found to be involved in obtaining body parts for witchcraft and poaching rhino horns and ivory.
Download or read book The Black Leopard written by Will Burrard-Lucas and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This inspiring book tells the story of a photographer's journey to find the mysterious black leopard. There are few creatures as gorgeous and elusive as the black leopard. In Africa, these magnificent cats are so rare as to be the stuff of legend. Will Burrard-Lucas's love for leopards began during his childhood in Tanzania and propelled him into a career as a wildlife photographer. In his quest to create intimate portraits of animals, he developed innovative technology, including a remotely controlled camera buggy and a high quality camera trap system for photographing nocturnal creatures. Then, one day in 2018, he heard about sightings of a young African black leopard in Kenya and with the help of people from the local community, he succeeded in capturing a series of high-quality photographs of the elusive cat. In this compelling and visually stunning book, Burrard-Lucas tells his story of creativity, entrepreneurship, and passion for wild animals, alongside awe-inspiring images of lions, elephants, and the black leopard itself. • STAR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: Will Burrard-Lucas's passion for nature and expertise in camera technology have earned him coverage from National Geographic, The New York Times, and the BBC—and over 1 million fans enjoy his breathtaking work online. • NATURE'S HIDDEN WONDERS: Black leopards are individual animals in whom a gene mutation results in excess melanin and an elegant black coat. Most are found in Southeast Asia, where lush vegetation offers them camouflage. In the semiarid shrub lands of Africa, black leopards are extraordinarily rare. Burrard-Lucas's images—showing these beautiful creatures prowling their territory under cover of night—are vivid reminders of nature's hidden wonders. • INCREDIBLE STORY: This is an adventure story that takes place in remote and wild corners of Africa. It reveals Burrard-Lucas's devotion, vision, and innovation that led to him capturing photos that are not only incredibly rare, but also breathtakingly beautiful. Perfect for: • Aspiring and professional photographers • Photography buffs • Nature and animal lovers • Big cat enthusiasts • Conservationists • National Geographic readers • Fans of memoir and adventure stories • Travelers to Eastern and Southern Africa
Download or read book The Rock Rabbit and the Rainbow written by Laurens Van der Post and published by Daimon. This book was released on 1998 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sir Laurens van der Post, author, film-maker, storyteller of world-wide renown, soldier, prisoner of war, political advisor to heads of state, humanitarian, explorer, conservationist... the list goes on and on. His extraordinary curiosity, his love for the small and the great, and his tremendous feeling and concern for his surroundings and all that they included, set him travelling the lands and the waters of the world, a messenger in search of meaning. He touched and inspired many along the way, some of whom are to be found in the pages of this book. A true man of his time, Sir Laurens was born in 1906 in the interior of South Africa, served in the British forces during World War II, including three-and-a-half years in Japanese captivity, and lived and worked since that time in London, where he died just after celebrating his 90th birthday in December, 1996. 'The Rock Rabbit and The Rainbow' was originally conceived as a Festschrift, or gift collection of writings, for Sir Laurens by several of his friends and then evolved into its present form, which includes numerous original contributions by Sir Laurens himself.
Download or read book Africa Overland written by David Hardham and published by David Hardham. This book was released on with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through the eyes of a 22 year old Australian, we get to hear firsthand the trip of a life time as he crosses the African continent from north to south with a group of fellow adventurers with a specialist overland travel company in 1971. Crossing the Sahara desert takes weeks as obstacles are overcome and the harshness of desert life is experienced. This is followed by navigating almost impassable roads in the former Belgian Congo before entering the vast plains and game parks of East Africa. Living and working in apartheid South Africa we are told of the experiences encountered and people met. The final part of the journey is returning to London but by unconventional means. Who would ever think of hitchhiking between Jo’Burg and Nairobi on a shoestring budget before getting a Charter Flight back to London? Numerous photographs, maps and other paraphernalia are provided to assist the armchair explorer capture the spirit of adventure of the amazing journey.
Download or read book African Sorceress written by M.E. Skeel and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: African Sorceress: War on the Sahel, is one woman’s fight against the evil Atlantic slave trade. It is based on an oral tradition story the author heard in Africa. It takes place in the 1600s in what is now Ghana. The heroine is Kisa, who we first meet in African Sorceress: A Warrior is Forged. Her village is raided by slave traders who sell their captives to the Dutch slave masters in the infamous Elmina slave castle. Kisa trains to be a sorceress and a warrior and lead her people to victory against the slavers. In War on the Sahel, Kisa and her lover Kojo take the war beyond their village. They infiltrate the slave castle, lead a mutiny on a slave ship, take a Portuguese trading fort and build an army to fight the African slave traders who are supplying the Europeans. The action is fast-paced, the story is credible, exciting and imaginative and it’s a great way to learn a largely untold history. The story is heroic fantasy but wrapped within the fantasy are the facts of 17th century Africa and the damage the slave trade caused to the proud independent peoples represented in Kisa’s Army. We meet the tribes that make up her army of freed captives, representing many distinct cultures, languages, customs and spiritual traditions. These oral traditions were just as deep, rich and complex as those of cultures with written languages. What reviewers said about African Sorceress: A Warrior is Forged - “Skeel has done a fantastic job taking on such a huge and largely hidden topic.” - “A really original story, unlike anything I've read before. A lot of research must have gone into this book to weave so many threads of history, anthropology, and geography into the tale. Read it for fun or read it to learn about a part of history most of us have never heard of -- either way you'll enjoy it.” - “Skeel immerses you into the world of the Atlantic slave trade from a perspective that is rarely--if ever--told. Skeel masterfully balances being as informative as any historian while being as entertaining as the best storytellers”
Download or read book Treasury of Memory making Indian Campfires written by Allan A. Macfarlan and published by . This book was released on 1963 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guidebook for planning campfire programs and activities. For the novice as well as the more experienced camp director.
Download or read book Grandma s Letters from Africa written by K. Thomas Linda K. Thomas and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-02 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is Linda's story of her first four years working in Africa as a missionary. In this narrative, uniquely told through letters to her granddaughters, Linda shares how she stumbles into adventures most grandmas could not imagine"--Back cover.
Download or read book I Heart Africa Project written by Nikki Lockwood and published by Nikki Lockwood. This book was released on 2022-03-10 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet Africa, a vast and beautiful continent. Africa is the heart of the world, the cradle of life, a continent teeming with breath-taking landscapes, cultures, histories, wildlife, adversities, and people. Where tradition and culture converge and are deeply threaded throughout modern-day Africa. In the pages of I Heart Africa Project meet the incredible individuals whose souls have been touched by Africa: from residents, wildlife heroes, conservationists, documentary hosts, photographers, rangers, veterinarians, wildlife ecologists, guides, tourists, and many more, who all share their experiences, journeys, and love of the Dark Continent. Filled with authentic stories and stunning photographs, I Heart Africa Project offers advice from those who have journeyed across these ancient lands, enlightens you as to the efforts and struggles of conservation, and sheds light on the warmth, beauty, and incredible experiences one can possibly have in Africa.
Download or read book Beneath the Black Sun of Cabinda written by Vanessa Everson and published by AFRICAN SUN MeDIA. This book was released on 2015-11-30 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story opens at a time when Cabinda - a small African enclave surrounded by the Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and separated from Angola by the Congo River - is plunged into bloody war. Deep in the heart of Cabinda is the Mayombe rainforest, home to a group of guerrilla fighters whose very existence is to liberate their land from the terrors perpetrated by the Angolan army. Against that backdrop of massacres and deforestation and written with crusading fervour, this novel is much more than a political tract. It is a powerful story of impossible love: the poignant love of the principled, young doctor Albino for the country lass Maria; the redemptory love which his ailing, ruthless grandfather Santos is surprised to feel as death approaches; and the love of a dispossessed people for the land of their birth. Recommended reading, then, for lovers of African literature, as well as for scholars and adepts of colonial and postcolonial literature.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to South Africa Lesotho Swaziland written by Rough Guides and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-02-02 with total page 959 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to South Africa is the definitive guide to one of the world's most fascinating and varied countries. Discover the best the country has to offer with stunning photography, extensive maps, comprehensive listings and detailed practical information. Now available in ePub format. With accommodation listings that range from the most sumptuous safari lodges to cheap and cheerful backpacker lodges in stunning coastal positions, there's something for every budget. In-depth coverage on South Africa's many nature reserves is complemented by an illustrated wildlife guide, to help you make the most of your time on safari. Whether you want to explore the country's big sights-from the wilds of Kruger National Park and the best spots for whale watching to Cape Town's vibrant dining scene-or to uncover its many hidden gems, such as the dramatic desert scenery of the Richtersveld, The Rough Guide to South Africa is your indispensible traveling companion. Make the most of your time on EarthTM with The Rough Guide to South Africa.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to South Africa Lesotho Eswatini Travel Guide eBook written by Rough Guides and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2024-03-01 with total page 973 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC’s strict environmental and social standards. This South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini guidebook covers: Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula, The Western Cape, The Northern Cape, The Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Free State, Gauteng, North West Province, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Lesotho, Eswatini. Inside this South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini travel book, you’ll find: A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip Practical information – how to get to South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more Author picks and things not to miss in South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini – The Wild Coast, Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, Soweto, The Drakensberg, Vernacular Architecture, Addo Elephant National Park, Traditional Arts and Crafts, Stellenbosch, The Sani Pass, Game Trails, Cape Point, Storms River Mouth, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, The Bo-Kaap, Kruger National Park Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots When to go to South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini – high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go – a clear introduction to South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity Essential Afrikaans dictionary and glossary of local terms Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.
Download or read book Teaching and Hunting in East Africa written by Dan McNickle and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Memoir of four years spent teaching, hunting, and touring in Tanzania.
Download or read book Guns Over Africa written by Jamel DuBois and published by Gypsy Shadow Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-04 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guns Over Africa is an affirmation of sport hunting, and in this context, hunting that contributes to the economy of developing countries within the rules of international wildlife conservation and preservation. This does not mean that the hunter cannot enjoy the sport; it’s not all high-minded and only for these obvious commercial and conservation benefits for other than the hunter himself (or herself). For the hunter, trophy mounts and memories resulting from such experiences flash back the challenge, the competition, the failures, the successes, the remorse, and the elation of the hunt. And they make last year, or before, when the animals were taken, seem not so long ago, and make the next hunt seem not so far away. Settings for these safari accounts are Zimbabwe and South Africa.
Download or read book Between written by Jonathon Chase and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2014 with total page 505 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brilliant young New Zealand physicist, Dr. Brandon Maine, is unexpectedly engulfed by an unknown family history in German colonial East Africa. Lured by the mysterious Rachel, his exploratory visit morphs into chaos when he stumbles across unlikely friends whose discovery of an enormous uranium field threatens them all. In the midst of gathering evil, Bran is swept into the vortex of an Africa he never knew existed-a world of the supernatural and atrocities that have shackled the continent for generations and almost destroy him. Drawing from these ancient unseen powers, rapacious politician Gabriel Iramo will stop at nothing-including genocide-to gain control of the country and plunge a continent back into the old ways. The shocking discovery that there is no safe middle ground shatters Bran's laissez-faire approach to life while holding the clue to Africa's revival. But to live the adventure and be true to its demands will take all that he has and alter the course of nations.
