africa, east

Surveys living conditions in East Africa, explaining why this area is home to the largest and tallest land animals in the world.

Covers the German drive toward the East and the United States becomes involved in World War II.

The author presents a collection of eleven stories told to his daughter about life and living in Kenya, Africa and recalls the landscape, animals, and people of the region.

Follows a honeyguide through the Kenyan countryside, past an elephant herd, zebra, snake, lion, and crocodile.

The efforts of a kind-hearted beggar boy bring an end to the drought that has plagued the kingdom of a haughty princess.

During a terrible drought in which there is nothing to eat, Man prepares a magic herb that results in Giraffe's long neck so he can reach the high leaves on the trees and a grumpy Rhino, who arrives too late for the magic.

Examines the lives of Louis and Mary Leakey, discussing their dedication to the study of human evolution.