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| Image courtesy of http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2502513.Akimbo_and_the_Baboons |
This week Alexander McCall Smith takes us across the globe to Africa to recount the story of a young boy named Akimbo and his encounter with some of the local baboons - Illustrations by Leuyen Pham.
The novel introduces readers to African culture, namely wild game preservation and the people who are working to keep Africa's many lifeforms safe. The language used within the book reflects this above point, particularly through the dialogue and word choices that have been selected. I.e. 'Keep them safe'. The illustrations compliment the story and give an extended insight to the actual dangers and beauty that you can come across in the game lands of Africa. - I.e. Jaguar attacks and the bond that a baboon group has for one another.
A great read.
Joel Blackie.
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