In the tradition of Bill Bryson, a new writer brings us the lively adventures and biting wit of an African safari guide. Peter Allison works as a top safari guide in the Okavango Delta, an oasis of wetland in the middle of the Kalahari desert, rich with wildlife. As he caters to the whims of his wealthy clients, he often has to overcome the impulse to run as far away from them as he can, as these tourists are sometimes more dangerous than a pride of lions! Full of outrageous-but-true tales of the people and animals he has encountered - the young woman who rejected the recommended safari-friendly khaki to wear a more fashionable hot pink ensemble; the drunk, half-naked missing tourist who happened to be a member of the British royal family; the squirrel that overdosed on malaria pills; the monkeys with an underwear fetish; and last, but by no means least, Spielberg the Japanese tourist who wanted a repeat performance of Allison s narrow escape from a pair of charging lionesses so he could videotape it - these hilarious stories reveal Allison s good-natured scorn for himself, as well as others. Allison s humour is exceeded only by his love and respect for the animals, and his goal is to limit any negative exposure to humans by planning trips that are minimally invasive - unfortunately it doesn t always work out that way, as he and his clients discover to their cost when they find themselves up to their necks in a hippo-infested watering hole! Full of essential wisdom like Don t run,whatever you do , and never stand behind a frightened zebra (they are prone to explosive flatulence when scared!), this is a wonderful and vivid portrait of what the life of a safari guide is really like.
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He writes beautifully and viscerally about the rhythm of bush life...This is an absorbing book: as a reader you can't help but get caught up in the author's infectious enthusiasm for Africa's beauty and its beasts. On turning the last page, booking the first plane out to Botswana was most tempting. --TNT Magazine
Peter Allison's engaging account of his life as a safari guide in the Botswana bush complete with flatulent zebra's and accident-prone tourists. --Wanderlust
Peter Allison's engaging account of his life as a safari guide in the Botswana bush complete with flatulent zebra's and accident-prone tourists. --Wanderlust
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Peter Allison is originally from Sydney, Australia. His safaris have been featured in National Geographic, Conde Nast Traveler, and on television programs such as Jack Hanna s Animal Adventures. He travels frequently to speaking appearances, and divides his time between Botswana, Sydney and San Francisco.
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By WH
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One of those books you can't put down. Each chapter, of about 5-15 pages is a little story in itself - funny, sad, all moving in some way. I found myself trying to limit the amount I read I enjoyed it so much! A wonderful, simple, uncomplicated and fun book.
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A must have for anybody who has ambitions in the guiding industry or simply a love of wildlife. Full of campfire stories written so you never want to put the book down. This book makes you want to rush out and buy a plane ticket to Africa immediately.
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By Judith Evans
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book - the author has a good sense of humour and is not afraid to admit when he's done something different or just plain stupid. He seems to have a good feeling for Africa and its wild life.
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Interesting read
I was eager to read this book having been ona safari holiday in 2012 - it did not disappoint. It is written in an easy going and entertaining way and kept me interested the whole... Read more
Published 5 days ago by Arekuna
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Amazing
This is by far an incredible book and has everything you could want - humour, knowledge about safari life and well written.
Published 29 days ago by Miss J A Donald
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Great book
Loved this book! Going on safari in July and this has really got me even more excited to go! Want to read his other books now.
Published 1 month ago by EunieO
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An enjoyable read.
Especially enjoyed as I have been to the Okavango and stayed in a camp similar to the one described here..
Published 1 month ago by Mr. G. M. Tod
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Mmmm!!
Not as funny as I had hoped for , but did have its moments, I didn't give up and read it to the end but was glad when I finished.
Published 2 months ago by AW
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Great book
I thoroughly enjoyed reading 'Don't Run, whatever you do'. If you love Africa you'll really enjoy this book, definitely worth reading.
Published 2 months ago by Alexandra Drewitt
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Real page turner
This is the life I would have lead, if I wasn't such a coward! Loved the humour and the honesty, I feel like I've been on a real safari!
Published 2 months ago by SueH
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Safarri re visited
"25 years ago I went on a safarri to Kenya,it was the best holiday I have everhad.This book brougt back the sights,smells andfeelings I experienced. Read more
Published 2 months ago by GMH
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very well written anecdotes
I read another book by this author first and really enjoyed it. This one is equally good and I would recommend it to anybody that enjoys travel books
Published 2 months ago by lofty
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Excellent read!
It's one of those books you can't put down. Very well written and hilarious throughout. Money well spent and well recommended if you like safari life!
Published 2 months ago by vivien ayre
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