Journey into Africa A Nature Discovery Trip

by Knight, Tim

• ISBN13: 9780195218459
• ISBN10: 0195218450
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2002-05-09
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Take an exciting guided tour across wild, dusty plains, through crocodile-infested lakes, into the screechy, squawky sounds of Africa in this lavishly illustrated and imaginative Journey into Africa . From what to wear on safari to stunning glimpses of rarely seen animals to stories around the campfire, this daring excursion introduces youngsters to the fascinating and sometimes dangerous world of giraffes, hippos, zebras, elephants, black mamba snakes, hamerkop birds, painted reed frogs, and much more. On every page, brilliant up-close photographs bring to life the animals, insects, and plants of this incredible continent, making Journey into Africa an authentic, engaging adventure for the young world traveler.

Author Biography

The author of Journey into the Rainforest, Tim Knight has worked on nature conservation projects in East and Southern Africa and accompanied youth expeditions to the region. His lectures, photographs and sketches have also helped to raise money for the benefit of African wildlife. He lives in Oxfordshire.

Table of Contents

Safe Journey!	p. 4
Safari Guide	p. 6
The Smoke that Thunders	p. 8
High Noon	p. 10
Walking on Water	p. 12
Call of the Wild	p. 14
The Early Bird	p. 16
Let's Stick Together	p. 18
Family Fortunes	p. 20
Campfire Stories	p. 22
Hippo Attack	p. 24
You Scratch My Back...	p. 26
Staying Alive	p. 28
King of the Beasts	p. 30
Stranded!	p. 32
Mobile Homes	p. 34
A Walk on the Wild Side	p. 36
Jumbo Jet	p. 38
The Way to Dusty Death	p. 40
Wildlife in Danger	p. 42
Out of Africa	p. 44
Glossary	p. 46
Index	p. 48
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