Description
Gondwana History: Memorable Moments from Namibia’s Past is Book 4 in the Gondwana History series, a collection of short historical narratives that explore Namibia’s past through dramatic, cultural, and biographical stories.
The book brings together 40 concise accounts covering a wide range of historical themes and events from Namibia and southern Africa. These include dramatic survival stories such as a farmer’s wife defending herself against a lioness, 19th-century missionary expeditions into previously unexplored regions like Linyanti, and the survival of a German aristocrat lost in the Namib Desert. It also highlights the development of long-standing Namibian institutions and companies with histories spanning over a century, as well as significant landmarks such as Gobabeb, the desert research centre, and the iconic “Felsenkirche” in Lüderitz. In addition, the book features profiles of notable individuals including Martti Ahtisaari and Dr Libertina Amathila, who played important roles in Namibia’s independence and development.
Together, these stories provide an engaging overview of Namibia’s history, blending adventure, heritage, and cultural insight.
