A Story Like the Wind

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Summary: One of my favorites...
Review: This beautiful book succeeds on many different levels. Set in Africa in the early 20th century, the lyrical prose, splendid descriptions and fully-fleshed characters allow the book to transcend a relatively thin plot line. It is the coming-of-age story of both the young male central character, and of the continent of Africa herself. Savor and re-read it--its pensive beauty and spirituality captures me every time.

Rating:
Summary: One of my favorites...
Review: This beautiful book succeeds on many different levels. Set in Africa in the early 20th century, the lyrical prose, splendid descriptions and fully-fleshed characters allow the book to transcend a relatively thin plot line. It is the coming-of-age story of both the young male central character, and of the continent of Africa herself. Savor and re-read it--its pensive beauty and spirituality captures me every time.

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Summary: Absolutely incredible, impossible to put down!
Review: This is a very accurate account of how Africa was, before WW Two.
The experiences that Francois lives through, ie: dealings with the Matabele, Bushmen, life & death, respecting all people for who they are, no predjudices...one feels as if one is really in Africa of old. A very compelling book, written in 1961.

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Summary: Beauty and Wisdom even if its a little overdone
Review: This is one of those special books. I will remember the characters and story years from now. I intend to read it again. My young son was mezmorized when we read passages outloud. You might get impatient with some of the detail but you will be moved by the wisdom, insight and beauty in this account of the soul of Africa.