Grahame, Major Iain : Illustrations by Sheila Rogers: Forward by The Rt. Hon. The Lord Howick of Glendale formerly The Governor of Kenya, as Sir Evelyn Baring, 1952-59: Jambo Effendi: Seven years with the King's African Rifles (K A R) , London: J A Allen, 1966

Hardback, first edition, very good condition, in a good++ unclipped (30s) dust-jacket scuffed at edges, publisher's original black clothboards with gilt blocking to spine, internally clean tight and bright, mapped endpapers, 224 pages including index, colour plate frontis (Ceremonial Dress - Sergeant) and b/w line illustrations by Sheila Rogers-----------------"Major Grahame, who spent 7 years with the King's African Rifles in the early 1950's, has written a lively and stimulating account of his experiences in the Army in East Africa. This book is not only about the Army but also recounts the close bond he formed with the people across the East African countries in which he served. His vivid descriptions of the people and the natural history of a part of the world where nature can be as interesting as it gets, is combined with a brief account of the Mau Mau Campaign. He writes beautifully of the people of Northern Uganda as well as the birds and animals of East Africa. Covering serious subjects such as conservation yet entertaining us by writing with great humour." (Book ref. 1995)  £45.00

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