A Walk with a White Bushman

Conversations on life, exploration, and human connection

Sir Laurens Van Der Post author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Vintage Publishing

Published:6th Jun '02

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This book features Sir Laurens van der Post's reflections on life, exploring a range of topics through conversations that inspire and provoke thought.

In A Walk with a White Bushman, Sir Laurens van der Post shares his profound insights and reflections through a dialogue with Jean-Marc Pottiez. This compelling conversation captures the essence of van der Post's multifaceted life as an explorer, novelist, writer, and filmmaker. He delves into a myriad of topics, drawing from his extensive experiences and the diverse personalities he encountered throughout his journey. His thoughts reveal a deep understanding of human nature and the complexities of the world around us.

The book serves as a prelude to van der Post's broader explorations, offering readers a taste of his wisdom and perspective. With each page, he invites us to reflect on the lessons learned from a life filled with adventure and challenges. His storytelling is both engaging and enlightening, making it accessible to those who may be unfamiliar with his work. The conversations not only highlight his achievements but also underscore the importance of introspection and connection with others.

A Walk with a White Bushman ultimately inspires readers to seek their own paths of exploration and understanding. It encourages a renewed appreciation for the richness of life and the insights that can be gained from embracing our shared humanity. This book is a testament to the enduring impact of van der Post's legacy and a reminder that there is always more to discover in the world around us.

I rank Laurens van der Post with the best writers of English - this book confirms my constant admiration and the nobility of his mind -- Raymond Mortimer * Sunday Times *
Bushmen, Africa, the relation of man to animals (beautiful stories about elephants), Japan and Japanese prisoner-of-war camps, the forgiveness of enemies, June, spiritual growth, Churchill, Smuts, Mountbatten... Such a rapid catalogue must omit much of what he talks about, but may give some impression of the book's riches * The Times *
A deeply thoughtful, engrossing book about his fascinatingly varied life and unusual ideas... Refreshingly unconventional, inspiring, optimistic, wise and true * Sunday Express *
Overflows with ideas and insights gained during a long and eventful life * Independent *
No one can write more feelingly of Africa... An experience not to be missed * Evening Standard *

ISBN: 9780099428725

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 22mm

Weight: 245g

352 pages