Out of Africa by Isak Dinesen
The book is a memoir that recounts the author's experiences and observations living in Kenya, then British East Africa, from 1914 to 1931. It is a lyrical meditation on her life amongst the diverse cultures and wildlife of Africa. The author shares her trials and tribulations of running a coffee plantation, her deep respect for the people and land of Africa, and her intimate understanding of the subtle nuances of African culture and society.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 37th on Extreme Classics: The 100 Greatest Adventure Books of All Time (National Geographic Adventure Magazine)
- 49th on The Greatest Books of All Time (Reader's Digest)
- 58th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- 80th on Top 100 World Literature Titles (Perfection Learning)
- 100 Life-Changing Books (National Book Award)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- 100 Great 20th Century English-language Works of Fiction by Women (Feminista!)
- 100 Books to Read in a Lifetime (Amazon.com (USA))