On March 1, 1999, American safari guide Mark Ross was camping with four clients in Uganda searching for endangered mountain gorillas. By day's end, two of these clients and six other tourists were dead at the hands of Rwandan rebels. As a man who loves East Africa, Ross felt betrayed by this horror, which made headlines around the world. He writes, 'The continent has always been the love of my life. Now there is trouble between us.' Dangerous Beauty is the story of that love and trouble. Ross writes here about his close-up encounters with danger and natural beauty in Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and Uganda. He describes his walks in the bush and the way he teaches his clients to read unearthly silences and stillnesses in the wind that signify trouble. He writes about deadly charges by elephants and the electric excitement of witnessing the mass migrations of wildebeest and zebras. He writes, too, in detail about the terrible events of 1999. Imbued with Ross's passion for East Africa, this is an unforgettable account of a life of remarkable adventures, and a memorable vision of a beautiful, deadly, and fragile world.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
great read...makes me want to go to Africa I saw Ross on Nat Geo's "Locked Up Abroad" and the story of his safari group's abduction peaked further interest. Upon reading Ross' book I learned a great deal more about Africa's wildlife and people.
Dangerous Beauty I checked this book out of the library and LOVED it. I spent several months in South Africa with a hunting guide and could relate to the wonderful descriptions in this book. I bought it and read it on the plane on my last trip. It was just as good the second time. I have given this book as a gift several times for any friend who is planning a safari. A fantastic read.
Takes you on Safari. This is an excellent read for all who have been to Africa! I have just re-read it for the 2nd time.
You really feel as if you are back on the Continent.
This book is much more than just about one horrowing experience in Uganda. Its about stories on safari that he brings to life in a very easy and enjoyable way ..... it stirs memories for those who have been!
Buy it and Enjoy!
African safari This is a book that is hard to put down. I think I read it in just about one day's time. Some of it is hard to read, because of the kidnapping. However, one should keep going and read it all. In our travels in Africa we found the guides to be knowledgeable, kind and considerate. While we are not acquainted with Mr. Ross in person, by the time I finished the book I felt that I knew him very well. He manages to make you feel that you are there with him.
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