Kuki Gallmann's literary contributions are deeply rooted in her profound connection to Africa and her unwavering commitment to its conservation. Her writings explore the delicate balance between humanity and the natural world, driven by a personal philosophy of ecological stewardship. Gallmann's unique perspective offers readers a compelling narrative that celebrates the resilience of nature and the importance of preserving its wild beauty for generations to come. Her work serves as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of dedication and environmental activism.
Africa is a place which retains what most of the world has lost: space, roots, traditions, awesome beauty, true wilderness, rare animals and extraordinary people. In this wonderful and haunting collection of stories, Kuki Gallmann rediscovers the Kenya that she knows and loves, where every day brings challenge and adventure, mystery and magic.
"One woman's moving story of personal tragedy, indomitable courage, and undying love for Africa, its wildlife and its people."--Cover.
The follow-up to I DREAMED OF AFRICA, in which Kuki Gallman recounts her continuing fascination with the beauty and drama of the Kenyan highlands, through a series of episodes which evoke the mysterious magic of life in Africa. First published in 1994.
1998 PAPERBACK BY AUTHOR OF AFRICAN NIGHTS,
Autobiografisch verslag van een Italiaanse vrouw die in 1970 op een grote boerderij in de Keniaanse hooglanden gaat wonen, over de tegenslagen in haar leven en haar liefde voor de Afrikaanse natuur.
Elefanti in giardino è un libro di memorie, la rievocazione di colori e immagini, di spazi sconfinati e di lontananze esotiche. In queste pagine Kuki Gallmann condivide con i lettori la storia delle sue movimentate vicende personali: dall'infanzia italiana al trasferimento e alle vicissitudini in Kenya. Il mondo scomparso della campagna veneta si fonde con la magia dell'Africa, mentre il racconto si snoda attraverso paesaggi e atmosfere mozzafiato. La memoria e l'immaginazione sono libere di correre sotto la spinta leggera di un colore, un odore o il fruscio prodotto da un animale che sposta furtivo.
Autobiografische verhalen van de Italiaanse schrijfster en milieuactiviste die een groot deel van haar leven in Kenia heeft gewoond.
Continuing the book "I Dreamed of Africa", this volume is written in episodes and covers Kuki's life over the last ten to 12 years. She refers glancingly to the deaths of her husband and son, covering family issues, the conservation and preservation of the animals around her, the fear and beauty of being lost in the bush at night, a king cobra who visits the tree planted over Emanuele's grave and, in the eyes of the local Pokot women, therefore brings evidence that Emanuele's spirit is at peace, an encounter with a baby rhino and a new man in Kuki's life.
Sammlung von Gedichten, in denen sich die wichtigsten Lebensstationen der italienischen Autorin widerspiegeln: die ersten Jahre in Kenia, der plötzliche Tod von Ehemann und Sohn, die Geburt der Tochter und vor allem die Liebe zu Afrika.
