- Hardcover: 416 pages
- Publisher: Picador (2 Mar 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0330433695
- ISBN-13: 978-0330433693
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.7 x 3.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 217,351 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The author of the very fine Mukiwa now writes about his family...This powerful tale... --Publishing News
Daily Mail
'What raises this memoir above the common run of books charting
the destruction of Zimbabwe is Godwin's artistry in simultaneously placing
it in the context of history and of individual lives. He misses
nothing...Above all, he plainly loves Africa...'
the destruction of Zimbabwe is Godwin's artistry in simultaneously placing
it in the context of history and of individual lives. He misses
nothing...Above all, he plainly loves Africa...'
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105 of 107 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
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 the decline of a beautiful country blessed with natural resources to an impoverished, suppressed shadow of its former self. This excellent book affected me (another displaced white African) profoundly, even more so because Godwin added several layers to make this book more than just a simple snapshot of a country or even one family's history. Highly recommended -- not only for people with a connection to Africa, but for everyone who wishes to have a better understanding of the world we live in. Don't miss it.
88 of 90 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Peter Godwin has a fantastic personal story to tell, in a very entertaining and personable style. He grew up in Rhodesia/Zimbabwe and this account covers his return to Zimbabwe when his father dies. The picture of life in modern Zimbabwe, and its massive failure politically and economically, is illustrated by personal observation, anecdotes and artfully interwoven historical detail. The book covers an unexpectedly wider field than Zimbabwe, however, including a background of the second world war and the Holocaust, and uncovering a tantalising family secret. Highly recommended.
46 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Peter Godwin's latest book simply un-putdownable. It is exceptionally well-written and comes straight from the heart. His deeply personal memoir is told with total sincerity and not a trace of self-pity. The steady demise of Zimbabwe is profoundly disturbing and for myself, living in South Africa in these times, very poignant. The way he describes events that would be absurd anywhere else in the world is dead-on. He is obviously deeply passionate about his home country and his narrative is heart wrenching. Anyone living in Africa or interested in Africa should read this book - however be warned - it's not for the fainthearted. Thank you Peter for sharing this story, you have a true talent.
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When a crocdile eats the sun
Another wonderful book from Peter Godwin. His care and concern for his ageing parents in Zimbabe is very moving. Read more
Published 2 months ago by milton
Zimbabwe :A Tragedy Continuing to Unfold
This is an exceptional book from an exceptional writer. I haven't got anything further to add to the positive comments from the previous 5 star reviewers. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Clouds Hill
Highly recommended
This is book is totally absorbing and gripping. The story of this family is extra-ordinary, moving and tragic. Read more
Published 11 months ago by If Only You Knew
excellent read
excellent read. I came back to this book after over a year and I have no doubt I'll re-read it someday again.
Published 13 months ago by Michael K
Good but not as good as Mukiwa
"When a Crocodile Eats the Sun" follows Peter's Godwin's earlier "Mukiwa: A White Boy in Africa"" a personal account of his upbringing in what was Rhodesia. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mr. P. A. Gower
Outstanding, moving book
I have been profoundly moved by this book. Peter Godwin is a talented creative non-fiction writer and I look forward to reading more of his books. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Julie Surycz
Excellent
I'd just like to add my voice to those readers who have already given excellent reviews to this book, and say how perplexed I am with the one which says the reader felt cheated by... Read more
Published 20 months ago by SH
A compelling read
I rarely review books on Amazon for lack of time, but this is one of the rare ones that just has to have a mention. Peter Godwin's book is brilliantly written. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Dr. P. Grubb
Great read
I really enjoyed this book - loved the descriptions of Zimbabwe. It was a very heartbreaking, uplifting and emotional story of a family's love of a country. Read more
Published on 14 April 2010 by Wren
Zimbabwe - from the inside
This book was recommended to me by a colleague who knew the author. I found it moving, heartbreaking and disturbing. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2010 by AMB
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