Dinesen, Isak
Summary: In this book, the author of Seven Gothic Tales gives a true account of her life on her plantation in Kenya. She tells with classic simplicity of the ways of the country and the natives: of the beauty of the Ngong Hills and coffee trees in blossom: of her guests, from the Prince of Wales to Knudsen, the old charcoal burner, who visited her: of primitive festivals: of big game that were her near...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Modern Library 1992
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Publisher / Publication Date: Vintage Books 1985
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Summary: Epic tale of a woman's quest for adventure and a new life in the majestic, untamed lands of rural Africa. A passionate film about love, loss and personal triumph.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Columbia Pictures 2000
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Summary: Kuki Gallmann went to Africa to convalesce from a devastating car accident and stayed there. She lost her son and her husband, but her undying love for Africa still prevails.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 1991
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Summary: A travel writer with little background knowledge of Africa recounts his journey to Kenya at the invitation of CARE International, where he visited slums, historic sites, natural wonders, refugee camps, and relief projects.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Broadway Books 2002