Written by a wildlife safari guide, this title is aimed primarily at informing and educating those that have a love and appreciation for the great outdoors and a desire to share this with their fellow man. Wildlife guiding in Africa's many diverse parks and safari areas is fast becoming a much sought-after occupation.
Thompson illustrates various principles of guiding with real life stories. Throughout the book he concentrates on the dreams, expectations and aspirations that the client, guest and tourist has of an African safari (often a once in a lifetime experience) and explains how the guide has the power to make or break those dreams...