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The Flame Trees of Thika: Memories of an African Childhood
The Flame Trees of Thika Memories of an African Childhood
Author: Elspeth Joscelin Grant Huxley
ISBN-13: 9781555841447
ISBN-10: 1555841449
Pages: 287
Edition: Gift
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4 stars, based on 1 rating
Publisher: Grove Pr
Book Type: Hardcover
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This is a fascinating look at Africa in the early part of the 20th century. Huxley had an amazing childhood, peopled with independent spirits who went to "the wilds" of Africa to carve out their own destinies. Some fared better than others.