{"product_id":"zimbabwe-portrait-of-an-african-land-9798311828093","title":"Zimbabwe: Portrait of an African land","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Alex Bugeja\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Africa - South - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eZimbabwe: Portrait of an African Land\u003c\/b\u003e delves into the captivating and complex history of this Southern African nation. From its breathtaking geographical tapestry-the highveld, the lowveld, the majestic Eastern Highlands, and the life-giving Zambezi and Limpopo rivers-to the echoes of ancient empires, this book explores the rich cultural heritage and turbulent journey of Zimbabwe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJourney through the rise and fall of Great Zimbabwe, the largest pre-colonial city south of the Sahara, and witness the clash of cultures with the arrival of the Ndebele. The colonial era unfolds, revealing the machinations of Cecil Rhodes, the birth of Rhodesia, and the indigenous resistance that culminated in the Chimurenga uprisings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience the struggle for independence, the tumultuous transition from Rhodesia to Zimbabwe, and the rise of Robert Mugabe. The book confronts the darker chapters of Gukurahundi and economic collapse, while also examining the rise of the opposition and the fragile power-sharing agreements that followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond the political narrative, discover the heart of Zimbabwe: its diverse people, languages, and traditions. Celebrate its rich artistic heritage, from the internationally renowned Shona sculptures to the soulful chimurenga music, and explore its crucial role in wildlife conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, the book contemplates Zimbabwe's future, considering its potential for a brighter tomorrow and the steps needed to reclaim its place as a jewel of Africa. This is a story of resilience, struggle, and enduring hope, a testament to the spirit of the Zimbabwean people.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45557344829591,"sku":"9798311828093","price":1180.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798311828093.webp?v=1768593493","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/zimbabwe-portrait-of-an-african-land-9798311828093","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}