The Flame Trees of Thika. Memories of an African Childhood.

For age, not bad, slight tear in cover at the rear, and slight marks on inner dust sheet.

The Flame Trees of Thika: Memories of an African Childhood by Elspeth Huxley is a beautifully written memoir first published in 1959. It recounts Huxley's childhood experiences in Kenya, where her family moved to establish a coffee farm. The book vividly portrays the challenges and adventures of pioneer life, as well as the interactions with the Kikuyu and Masai people. Huxley's lyrical descriptions of the African landscape and her keen observations make this a timeless classic.