Whatever you do, don't run by Peter Allison

Australian Peter Allison was 19 when he embarked on his OE - destination Africa.

This vast continent cast its spell on him, and he ended up working as a safari guide in the beautiful Okavango Delta, "the world's largest oasis in the world's largest stretch of sand".

Whatever You Do, Don't Run records this.

Allison tells tales about Africa's more famous animal residents, but it's the 'lesser' creatures that throw up the most surprises.

Who'd have thought that the cute and cuddly looking honey badger is one of the most ferocious animals found in Africa?

*Allen and Unwin, $29.99

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