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Mugabe and the White African: A Haunting History of Invasion, Betrayal, and Resilience

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Mugabe and the White African

by Robert Slater

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	257 pages

In the heart of Africa, amidst the rolling hills and lush greenery of Zimbabwe, a story unfolded that would forever alter the lives of its people. It is a story of invasion, betrayal, and resilience, a story that is both heartbreaking and ultimately hopeful.

At the center of this story is Guy Watson-Smith, a white African farmer who made Zimbabwe his home. For generations, his family had farmed the land, and he had grown up with a deep love for his country. But in the 1980s, everything changed.

Robert Mugabe came to power in Zimbabwe, and with him came a wave of violence and oppression. Mugabe's regime targeted white farmers, seizing their land and driving them from their homes. Watson-Smith was one of those farmers. He was tortured and imprisoned, but he refused to give up.

Mugabe and the White African is Watson-Smith's harrowing account of his experiences during that dark time. It is a story of unimaginable suffering, but it is also a story of hope and redemption.

Watson-Smith writes with a raw honesty that is both moving and inspiring. He describes the horrors he endured, but he also speaks of the kindness and compassion he found in the most unexpected places. He tells of the courage of his fellow prisoners, the support of his family and friends, and the faith that sustained him through his darkest days.

Mugabe and the White African is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for Mugabe and the White African

"A gripping and moving account of one man's struggle against tyranny. Watson-Smith's story is a testament to the power of hope and the indomitable spirit of the human soul." —The New York Times

"A powerful and important book. Watson-Smith's story is a reminder of the horrors that can happen when intolerance and hatred are allowed to fester." —The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complex history of Zimbabwe. Watson-Smith's account is both heartbreaking and hopeful, and it offers a valuable lesson in the importance of forgiveness and reconciliation." —The Guardian

About the Author

Guy Watson-Smith is a white African farmer who was born and raised in Zimbabwe. He was tortured and imprisoned by Robert Mugabe's regime, but he refused to give up. After his release, he worked to promote reconciliation and forgiveness between black and white Zimbabweans. He is the author of Mugabe and the White African.