Adelino Serras Pires first arrived to Mozambique from Portugal in 1936. He became a safari organizer for African royalty, European dignitaries, & wealthy & famous Americans alike. Adelino moved his operations from one country to the next, from Angola & Rh
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A dazzling display of 160 images accompany this 624-page archive of fireside chats among those whose lives were molded by their African experiences, & whose intimate recollections forever enshrine captivating details of days long past. Truly captivating.
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Crammed with facts on the African bush & its wildlife, the book also gives the wannabe ranger answers to guiding conundrums such as: What to say when the crocodile-infested river youre driving through turns out to be just a little deeper than you had tho
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New edition incorporates the most recent info about bird taxonomy, as well as the latest bird names. Problem species have been revised & updated. Color illus.; 8.5x10 inches, 448 pgs.
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Gorgeous coffee table book shows different hunting lodges in Patagonia, + other regions. Pictures reflect the beauty of the Red Stag. Origin, characteristics & behavior of the red deer, & how it was introduced into Argentina + descriptions of main hunting
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A chronicle of the struggle to save this endangered species, told largely in the words of some of the extraordinary men who helped to wage it. 4 books; 860 pgs.
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Margarete Trappe was a remarkable woman with a huge amount of determination, & her biography by a very talented author is sure to inspire all those who read it. Historical B&W photos; 8x11 inches, 181 pgs.
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A great map of Africa to remind you of your past safaris or to help you plan new ones. Artist Meakin has depicted in great detail one hundred big-game animals. Includes all countries, international borders, major cities, rivers, main geographical features
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Going on safari requires preparation & no book leaves a traveler better prepared than this one. Includes a wildlife guide & checklist, trip organizer, phrase book, safari diary, & maps. 311 Color illus; 5x8 inches, 320 pgs.
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Recently discovered, the text was written more than 40 years ago. Ritchie understood the troubled, talented writer & he leaves us a deeply moving, insightful record of his employer. 6x9 inches, 350 pgs.
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From the best-selling authors of "Cry of the Kalahari", the dramatic story of Mark & Delia Owens's last years in Africa, fighting to save elephants, villages, &, in the end, themselves. 8-page full-color insert; 5.5x8 inches, 256 pgs.
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Insight into the little known truths of Ethiopian wildlife conservation. Colour photographs and beautiful illustrations by Elise van der Heijden. 272 pgs.
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A beautifully designed, lavishly illustrated, large format book that documents the daring & merciless history of exploration on the continent of Africa. Sights & impressions of the actual explorers. Full color photos; 9x13 inches, 216 pgs.
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Collection of hunting stories covering the country of Kenya. Lavish color & B/W illus by Clive Kay; 8.5x11 inches, 486 pgs. 25%
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Exciting story of Hunter's efforts to capture the shady headman of a gang of ivory poachers & smugglers. Extremely interesting - eccentric characters and suspense. Illus; 240 pgs.
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The first modern authoritative, comprehensive guide to African safari. Drawing on his years of experience as a professional hunter, Capstick explains everything a bwana needs to know: how to select and book a safari; where and when to go; fees and license
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In his latest work, Capstick takes readers from the African bush to the rocky salmon pools of Iceland, from the moon-washed Gulf of Mexico to the equatorial Amazon lowlands. 32 drawings throughout.
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Elephant charges at night, the excitement of harpooning fresh water sharks, and bow fishing for exotic species in Brazil's hidden heartland.
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Previously known as a writer of earlier safaris, classic hunters of the past, and safaris in which he participated as a professional hunter, Peter Capstick returns here to the long grass for his own very dangerous and personal excursion. Illustrated by Pa
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A story of the love and the trouble - Ross has faced the death of his clients by Rwandan rebels, had encounters with lions, cheetahs, & Cape buffalo. Imbued with passion for East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and Uganda), an unforgettable account of
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Six-foot five-inch Thobela "Tiny" Mpayipheli was once a feared assassin & freedom fighter, trained by the Stasi & KGB. In post-apartheid South Africa, he's happily working in a garage. Until now. 5x7 inches, 400 pgs.
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Using thrilling firsthand accounts & experiences, this book captures the history, people, animals, & the great migration that makes this one of the most fascinating & special places in the world. Color photos t/out; 10x9 inches, 288 pgs.
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As thrilling & heart-pounding as the Capstick books, only laced with contemporary observations on African culture, conservation & the very personal reasons for modern big-game hunting. 16 pgs. of photos; 10x6 inches, 278 pgs. Includes 15 min DVD that feat
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The first book to be published on the life & works of John Banovich. Beautifully designed & executed; both a powerful presentation of his accumulated work & an inspiring story of his struggles, dead-ends, heartbreaks & ultimate triumphs. Illus; 11x14 inch
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In more than 80 stories, Seerey-Lester takes you back to the 1850-1935 period, the "Golden Age" of hunting & exploration on 3 continents. Each exciting chapter in this beautiful, large-format book relives the fascinating & often life-threatening exploits
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Extraordinary photographs, along with extensive captions, document the transition from a barely explored paradise to a modern nation. Captures the beauty & dangerous allure of life on this spectacular frontier. 720 color & B&W photos; 13x10 inches, 320 pg
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Negates the need to carry more than one guidebook when traveling to the Waterberg or any South African Bushveld region. Divided into two fascinating accounts, one on the indigenous people of the area & one personal account of the early settler history. In
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Provides all the info the intrepid traveler looking for the best wildlife experiences could need& rarely finds in other travel guides. Gives the what, when, where, how & most important the why of every site to maximize each wildlife experience. 5.5x7.5 i
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Dozens of striking pictures. Powerful images will deepen your appreciation of the natural world, the balance of life, & help you realizes how imperative it is to preserve animals & the wilderness in which they live. Filled with rich text & an intro on con
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Expelled from Botswana for writing "Cry of the Kalahari", the Owenses set off across Africa. They settled in Zambia, where they soon found their peace shattered by the gunfire of elephant poachers. This is the story of the couple's battle to save the elep
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