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This book follows the journey of two Huguenot families escaping persecution in France to the Cape Colony in Africa. It is set in the period from the mid-1600s to the late 1900s. Following the loss by the Dutch of its war against England, the Cape Colony became a British Colony. Dutch and Huguenot settlers migrate north to escape British rule in what was called the Great Trek. Ultimately, the descendants of the two families migrate to Rhodesia. After a disagreement with the tyrant King of the Zulus, Shaka, his general Mzilikazi, escapes with 500 of his men. He founds the Matabele kingdom in present day Zimbabwe. The northward migration of both parties caused ongoing tensions between the settlers and the Matabele, resulting in wars. The novel moves the reader through the early history of Rhodesia, which led to a declaration of independence from Britain. The last few chapters give readers an experience of the Rhodesian Bush War. The saga continues in 'We Brothers' and 'Justice Will be Done'.

Peter was born in Bulawayo, Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). He is passionate about Africa, its wildlife, people and landscape. In retirement, he is a part-time professional photographer and the author of three books in the series, 'The Great Trek North', 'We Brothers' and 'Justice Will Be Done.' His latest novel is The Pride of a Nation. He loves Africa with a passion and still considers it home. He has been a regular visitor to Zimbabwe, honeymooning there with his wife and touring the country with his adult children. He emigrated to Australia in 1978 to take up an engineering position in Sydney. He now lives in Adelaide, South Australia.