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When a Crocodile Eats the Sun

When a Crocodile Eats the Sun

Author(s): Peter Godwin

Location(s): Zimbabwe (Rhodesia)

Genre(s): Autobiography/Memoirs, Historical

Era(s): Modern, mid 1900s

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Peter Godwin grew up in Zimbabwe and he returns to the country when his Father passes away. The picture of modern day Zimbabwe, the political and economic failings, the terror, all have a part in his personal observations, with historical and personal perspectives.

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Through his personal perspective as a white African who continues to love his continent, combined with sound journalistic observation, research and deep insight, Peter Godwin has painted a poignant, touching and shocking picture of...

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