Get a signed copy of ‘Under a Mango Tree’
The book highlights Africa's good and difficult times, and shows his love for its people and the land.
South Coasters can buy a copy of ‘From Under a Mango Tree‘ by local author, Alan Fagan at a book signing at Shelly Centre from Friday, November 19 to Sunday, November 21.
‘From Under a Mango Tree’ is filled with adventure, excitement and emotion, and is based on a true story which was told to Alan by his grandfather, Cornelius Engelbrecht, almost 55 years ago under their mango tree on a smallholding in Rhodesia (Zimbabwe).
The story lay dormant until 10 years ago when he decided to write it. Even though Alan was only a little lad at the time he was told these stories, he never forgot anything.
The story moves from his grandfather’s travels to his uncle’s Boxer dog, Spike, who carved a special niche in the legends of the Zambezi Valley. His uncle employed by the Rhodesian government to cull rogue animals, catch poachers and rescue animals from the rising waters of Kariba, always had Spike by his side.
The book highlights Africa’s good and difficult times, and shows his love for its people and the land.
Alan described it as a family read for people of all ages, especially those with an interest in Africa and animals.
A resident of Widenham Retirement Village, Alan has always been interested in writing and over the years has written short stories and poetry.
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