Jan Petrar

Southern Africa for Travellers Jan Petrar

Colour Edition (also available in Black and White) "Travel to southern Africa was a life long dream, and I was grateful when the stars lined up and I was able to go. In preparing to travel, I found abundant information for travellers on the wine, cuisine, cities and particularly about the wildlife... but little on the history and politics. Maybe I would find a few pages in a guidebook, but little more. This book is my personal research project to fill that gap. I am hopeful that for future travellers, your experience will be enriched if your arsenal of information provides a better idea of the tragic history and politics of Africa. I hope this book - which highlights the writings of some of Africa's most revered writers, thinkers, musicians and politicians - helps you in your journey of understanding. Yes - go to see the amazing wildlife and the astonishing scenery. Enjoy some of the world's finest wines and cuisine that will tempt your palate. But I hope this book will provide added depth to your experience by introducing the complex history and politics of the region." Jan Petrar