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Frederick Courteney Selous (1851-1917) was a British explorer, hunter, and conservationist. In this work, The Lion in South Africa, he describes his numerous encounters with wild lions and notes that as far back as the 1890s, lion numbers were shrinking from overhunting.

Discover the original and modern Africa. A unique animal world, the drive through the Drachenberge and last but not least cultivated wineries await you. Johannesburg, Pretoria, Drakensberg, Kruger National Park, Port Elizabeth, Cape of Good Hope. The journey leads from Johannesburg, the commercial center of South Africa, to the government capital of Pretoria. You will experience Sun City, a glittering fantasy world full of African flair. Continue through the foggy Drakensberg towards Kruger Park.

In this powerful personal narrative, Gregory Dybec recounts his short yet eventful trip to South Africa during the 2010 FIFA World Cup where he encountered a series of unforgettable situations, from a memorable collection of new friends, to life-threatening car rides, to an image of violence impossible to shake. This gripping nonfiction narrative examines a country, its people, and the complexities of life under the festive backdrop of one of the world's largest sporting events.

Knysna (Garden of Eden) South Africa Breathtaking coastlines, picturesque river landscapes and untouched forests give this region where the Garden Route runs its unmistakable charm. The aquatic plants of the Wilderness National Park are a paradise for wildlife.