The Flame Trees of Thika: Memories of an African Childhood
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Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, History, Literature & Fiction, Travel
Book Type: Hardcover
Author:
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, History, Literature & Fiction, Travel
Book Type: Hardcover
Hope O. (brazilgirl) reviewed on + 11 more book reviews
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.