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A chance meeting around a safari campfire on the banks of the Mupamadazi River leads to The Last Ivory Hunter: The Saga of Wally Johnson, a grand tale of African adventure by renowned hunting author Peter Hathaway Capstick.Wally Johnson spent half a century in Mozambique hunting white goldivory. Most men died at this hazardous trade. Hes the last one able to tell his story.In hours of conversations by mopane fired in the African bush, Wally described his careerhow he survived the massive bite of a Gaboon viper, buffalo gorings, floods, disease, and most dangerous of all, gold fever. He bluffed down 200 armed poachers almost singlehandedly, and survived rocket attacks from communist revolutionaries during Mozambiques plunge into chaos in 1975.In Botswana, at age 63, Wally continued his career. Though the great tuskers have largely gone and most of Wallys colleagues are dead, Wally has survived. His words are rugged testimony to an Africa that is now a distant dream.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Last Ivory Hunter'? A: 'The Last Ivory Hunter: The Saga of Wally Johnson' revolves around the life and adventures of Wally Johnson, who spent decades hunting ivory in Mozambique, detailing his encounters with danger, survival, and the changing landscape of Africa.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Peter Hathaway Capstick, a renowned writer known for his works on hunting and African adventures.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Last Ivory Hunter' was published on July 15, 1988.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 240 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: This edition of 'The Last Ivory Hunter' is available in hardcover.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those interested in travel and exploration? A: Yes, the book falls under the 'Travelers & Explorers' category, making it suitable for readers interested in adventure and exploration.
- Q: What kind of experiences does Wally Johnson share in the book? A: Wally Johnson shares his personal experiences of hunting ivory, surviving dangerous encounters, and his reflections on the changing world of African wildlife.
- Q: Is there any special edition of this book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Last Ivory Hunter'.
- Q: What makes Wally Johnson's story unique? A: Wally Johnson's story is unique due to his survival in a perilous profession, his first-hand accounts of historical events in Mozambique, and his perspective on the ivory trade.
- Q: Can I read this book if I am not familiar with hunting? A: Absolutely, the book is written in a narrative style that is accessible to all readers, regardless of their prior knowledge of hunting.