The Lost World of the Kalahari

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About this book

In this enthralling book van der Post establishes his role as a distinguished explorer and writer describing the rediscovery of the Bushmen, outcast survivors from Stone Age Africa.Laurens van der Post was fascinated and appalled at the fate of this remarkable people. Ostracised by all the changing face of African cultural life they retreated deep into the Kalahari desert. His fascinating attempt to capture their way of life and the secrets of their ancient heritage provide captivating reading and a unique insight into a forgotten way of life.

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4.0/5 · 778 readers · 259 pages · ≈ 4 h 48 m · Moderate

How long does it take to read The Lost World of the Kalahari?

About ≈ 4 h 48 m — 259 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.Typical novel≈ 5 h 56 mThe Lost World of the Kalahari~4 h 48 m

How many pages is The Lost World of the Kalahari?

259 pages in its most-read edition.Typical novel320The Lost World of the Kalahari259

What genre is The Lost World of the Kalahari?

It sits on the Travel shelves.

Is The Lost World of the Kalahari in the public domain?

No — it is still under copyright.

Where does The Lost World of the Kalahari take place?

It is set in Kalahari Desert, Malawi.

Who wrote The Lost World of the Kalahari?

Laurens van der Post.

Setting Kalahari DesertMalawi
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