Wilbur Smith's second Ballantyne novel - another rattling good read.
Men of Men (Ballantyne Novels)
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" Action is Smith's game, and he is a master."
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It is the age of empire, of blood and conquest, of boundless excitement and possibility. Striding in the footsteps of the pioneers is Zouga Ballantyne. His dream begins in the danger and drudgery of the diamond pits and ends up on the rich grasslands of Matabeleland - but not before a king and a proud warrior nation have paid the price of history...
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In this the second of the four books Wilbur Smith has written about the Ballantyne family, he continues as in the first with excitement, hardship and struggles. The struggles and dissapointments of life and each other come across loud and clear. There is a brillant plot and you see how people can change. The plot runs smoothly and at different stages of the book, new or old charcters are brought into play. This is a brillant book well written and I recomend it to you. If you read the first book A Falcon Flies first it will make this read more enjoyable.
35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
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Although this is actually part of a trilogy, Men of Men is the single most gripping, enjoyable and moving book I have ever read. I have now read it several times and always enjoy it as much as the first time. Wilbur Smiths' obvious knowledge of and love for his country and its people shine throughout the book, and it always leaves me yearning to go to Africa. One of his greatest skills is in writing about fictional characters whilst setting them amongst historically accurate events - if only history had been like this at school! The other parts of the trilogy - A Falcon Flies and The Angels Weep are also amongst his best. Read this book - you will fell better for it"
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Ripping good read set against the backdrop of early diamond mining and man's greed for wealth and power at all costs to others.
A brilliant story with real characters that you can both loathe and sympathise with. Second in the Ballantyne novels and well worth picking up the third instalment as well!
A brilliant story with real characters that you can both loathe and sympathise with. Second in the Ballantyne novels and well worth picking up the third instalment as well!
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I Love South Africa
Nothing to complain about this second novel in the Ballantyne episodes. Descriptive, well detailed. You can almost feel the characters, animals and the countryside coming alive.
Published 1 month ago by I Love Greece
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Excellent read
Smith once more catches the magic of Africa in his writing and keeps you enthralled from beginning to end , a fantastic read
Published 1 month ago by Robcon
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Great read
Great read I have read a lot of his books and he never disappoints, but always start at the beginning of the series or you will be lost
Published 1 month ago by D.J.Glenn
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Purchased as one of a series.
Having previously read and enjoyed Wilbur Smith this was purchased as one of a series to read while on holiday.
Published 1 month ago by ann t
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A really good read
As usual with Wilbur Smith books, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The search for one man's destiny, the pain and disappointment it brought, all the while giving us a picture of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by C. Taylor
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I was reluctant to 'Put it down' the story was so interesting
Realistic story told with such knowledgable accuracy.It kept me completely absorbed in the events.Easy to read and so interesting .I would recommend it to all my friends
Published 2 months ago by Nancie
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Men of Men
Thoroughly enjoyed this excellent book Wilbur Smith really brings early
Africa to life. Would highly recommend all the Ballantyne novels.
Africa to life. Would highly recommend all the Ballantyne novels.
Published 2 months ago by Paula Carey
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men of men
Yes very pleased as he is my favourite author this will add to my collection so will be ale to get all his books
Published 4 months ago by mick
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Africa at its best
just love these stories you are transport to Africa to live with the people it's all about
stunning and worth reading
stunning and worth reading
Published 4 months ago by Anthony Braddon
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Men of men
Fantastic fantastic....enthralling voyage about the birth of Rhodesia..I have read it numerous times and it still keeps me riveted, enjoy
Published 4 months ago by Paul Gater
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