Into Africa : A Personal Journey (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

"...The book is an easy read. It challenges you to put it down..." -- The Spectrum, as supplied by the Toronto Star

"...This is a delightfully pleasant read, and gives some insight into some of the West African origins of Caribbean society." -- The Caribbean Camera

"...a delight to read. It captures something elusive--a magical, almost indescribably wonder of discovering one's ancestral roots..." -- The Weekly Gleaner (NA)

Product Description

A remarkable and intriguing story about a journey by Yvonne Blackwood, Banker, community activist, to West Africa, the land of her ancestors. It begins in Nigeria with exposure to tight military control that causes Blackwood to experience fear as never before. In Ghana her respect for human beings and sense of adventure along with destiny, lead her to meet Adamson. Determined to see it all, she finds herself in desperte situations, each mysteriouly resolved by strangers. Peppered with nostalgic flashbacks to Blackwood's native Jamaica, Into Africa, resonates with unique poignancy, a love of people and her growing spiritual quest for her African roots among the proud Ashanti people.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 193 pages
• Publisher: Abbeyfield Publishers (September 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096822749X
• ISBN-13: 978-0968227497
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,409,158 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Into Africia a personal journey, December 3, 2000

By	rowland (Canada) - See all my reviews

I have just read Yvonne Blackwood's book,"Into Africia A Personal Journey" and what a read! It's a facinating story that every person who has emigrated from their native country, or their parents, should read. Blackwood's writing is colourful, lively and fun. It's as if she and I were sitting in her living room talking. I was with her all the way. It is a story of a women who was determined to visit the land of her ancestors. Although she had several obstacles to overcome she was determined to pursue her dream to the end. It will appeal greatly to poeple who are determined and know what they want, and will inspire those who do not. It will also appeal to anyone who loves adventure. I learned alot about West Africia that I wouldn't find in text books. This is a book you will want to read again.

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3.0 out of 5 stars A Daring Journey, December 26, 2000

By	Nochur Ramanathan, Toronto, Canada - See all my reviews

Yvonne has brought out the magic of travel thrills and perils, especially when travelling in Africa, matter-of-factly. The personal travelogue is never boring egging you to finish the book. Yvonne's determination in the face of many odds she faces in Ghana and Nigeria while travelling to towns and cities across the borders is remarkably brought out....An interesting read.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Book to Remember!, January 13, 2004

By	Princess Anyanwu (New Brunswick Canada) - See all my reviews

Having spent alot of time in Africa, my mind travelled back to Nigeria as the writer brought the pages alive with her experiences. I drove along the roads with her, saw the scenes that she described in my minds eye. Her fond recollections of her friend in Ghana made me wish that I could have met him, just to tell him how much he was appreciated as a human being. Tears came when at the end of the book she said that he had died. What a pity at such a young age, but unfortunately death comes early to many in Africa. I look forward to reading her next book. Well done!