Description
Gondwana History: Memorable Moments from Namibia’s Past is Book 6 in the Gondwana History series, a non-fiction collection that explores notable and unusual moments from Namibia’s historical past.
This volume brings together a variety of short historical narratives that range from light and entertaining anecdotes to serious and culturally significant events. Topics include the arrival of Brahman cattle from Texas and its impact on local agriculture, unusual wartime stories such as a German colonial soldier revealed to be a British spy, and the surprising enlistment of a Great Dane dog in the Royal Navy. The book also reflects on key historical figures such as Hendrik Witbooi, a respected Nama leader whose diary is recognised as part of UNESCO’s Memory of the World, as well as artist John Muafangejo, whose legacy continues through contributions to Namibian art education.
Set against broader historical contexts such as colonial Namibia and the First World War era, the collection highlights both well-known and lesser-known moments that shaped the country’s identity.
