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ÿ This book tells the story of Marion Island and Prince Edward Island, South Africa's southernmost territories; their fiery origins, their discovery and exploitation, the amazing plants and animals that live and grow there, and their current importance for research and conservation. The book features various photographs which capture the beauty of these remote and unique environments.
This is a true story. The events detailed in this book took place as reported, over little more than a year. The dialogue is reproduced as accurately as possible, without censorship or bowing to political correctness. The author has drawn together his recollection of his youthful experiences on a farm in rural Natal, South Africa during the apartheid years. The narrative is a thought provoking blend of racism, humour, horror, sex, violence and social observation set in a time of social and political upheaval. The final chapter recalls the author's subsequent trip to Marion Island in the sub Antarctic, also a part of South Africa. The island's environment, wild creatures and the often bizarre...