Bill Bryson African Diary
Bill Bryson African Diary by Bill Bryson, published by Doubleday in 2002, is a concise exploration of Kenya, presented in a first edition format with 69 pages. In this work, Bryson recounts his journey to Kenya at the invitation of CARE International, a charity focused on alleviating poverty. The narrative captures the contrasts of the country, from its renowned game reserves and breathtaking landscapes to its rich cultural traditions, while also addressing the serious challenges faced by its people.
Readers will find Bryson’s unique perspective as he navigates the complexities of travel in a land filled with both beauty and concern. His observations touch on various topics, including the environmental issues and human struggles that affect the region. With a blend of humor and insight, this diary reflects Bryson’s experiences and thoughts on a continent that is both unfamiliar and compelling to him. All royalties and profits from this book are directed to CARE International, underscoring the author’s commitment to the cause.
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Bill Bryson goes to Kenya at the invitation of CARE International, the charity dedicated to working with local communities to eradicate poverty around the world.
Kenya, generally regarded as the cradle of mankind, is a land of contrasts, with famous game reserves, stunning landscapes, and a vibrant cultural tradition. It also provides plenty to worry a traveller like Bill Bryson, fixated as he is on the dangers posed by snakes, insects and large predators. But on a more sober note, it is a country that shares many serious human and environmental problems with the rest of Africa: refugees, AIDS, drought and grinding poverty.
Travelling around the country, Bryson casts his inimitable eye on a continent new to him, and the resultant diary, though short in length, contains the trademark Bryson stamp of wry observation and curious insight.
All the author’s royalties from Bill Bryson’s African Diary, as well as all profits, will go to CARE International.
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