Congo-Zaire contains Africa's largest remaining tracts of intact rain forest, making it one of the most important regions for biodiversity conservation. Its Ituri Forest is home to plants and animals native to nowhere else on earth, including the elusive and little-known okapi. In this popularly written book, three long-time observers of the okapi present a complete, contemporary natural history of this appealing relative of the giraffe. They recount its discovery by European explorers and describe its appearance and life cycle. They also discuss current efforts to preserve the species, both in the wild and at zoos around the world. Illustrated with charming line drawings, The Okapi will be a valuable resource for conservationists and zoo visitors alike-indeed anyone fascinated by the mysterious animal of Congo-Zaire.

Fiona Moore asks “am I really here/ in gaelic they say in an island not on it” and, as readers, we might begin preparing ourselves for an immersive experience. Okapi is a single, book-length poem, set mostly on (in!) a Hebridean island during the pandemic. Moore’s rich descriptions recreate the island as a living protagonist: the subject of reflection, memory, destruction, loss (symbolised by the rare okapi, a favourite animal in her childhood zoo), beauty and resilience, a meeting point of substance and dream: is it possible to be in the real island and the dream island at the same time to inhabit the real as if in that haze or inhabit the haze as if real “The calm yet faceted language of Moore’s luscious music spectacularly recovers the joys of landscape. I enjoyed the authority of the voice in service of the natural world and its precarity. A moving and exciting sequence of poetry.” —Daljit Nagra From a review of Fiona Moore’s debut collection, The Distal Point: “Moore’s is a rare gift. We occasionally encounter artists... who work at the limits of the known, of the utterable. Their work is shamanistic – rooted to experience, woven from the fabric of the universe. Moore would doubtless contend this quasi-spiritual claptrap, but her work achieves this.” —John Field

A fond remembrance of growing up in Miami, Florida during the 1950s. A boys life and the values taught to him by family and friends and the adventures he encountered.

Explains how the okapi was discovered, how they live, and where they live.

The woman did not move. Her head had turned to the side, and there was about her body that quiet calm of final release. The big man did not move for that moment, nor did he display any emotion. He felt the thin wrist, put his head to the breast, remained motionless for a moment, the arose, he looked for the last time at the face he adored, bent over and kissed her, and then pulled the sheet up over her head… Jim Fletcher, missionary to Bambuti, felt that the bottom of life had dropped out for him, with the loss of his beloved Ruth. He was ready to call it quits and return to the homeland. Then he became involved with life outside of the tribe which he had been trying to reach for many years. Three strangers, a white man and woman and a black man, entered his village, the resulting complication swept Fletcher up into the middle of violent situation, and he could no longer center his thought on himself and his own personal loss. Garden of the Okapi is a sensitively drawn portrait of a missionary, dedicated and dynamic, who was frustrated by failure – failure that seemed to do this every step, in spite of his consecration and commitment. While he had won a certain acceptance among the people he was trying to reach, somehow there was a barrier that he could not surmount. His wife has almost penetrated this barrier - but then she was gone. Now, it seemed that the only thing to do was to return to Stated and take up other work. That was before God (seemingly) took a hand for the events of the next several weeks proves to Jim Fletcher that for was still active and able to overcome in the circumstances of life. As he came to the end of himself, and began to realize what reliance up God really meant, the gaunt missionary began to see God work – not only in his own life, but in the live of some very unlikely “saints” Perceptive…probing…starkly real…strikingly open... all these and more describe Garden of Okapi, with its violent action and stirringly emotional impact Here is missionary life de- glamorized and presented as it really is, with all its frustrations, failures, heartbreaking and sorrow – but its victory and conquering spirit despite discouragement. If you enjoyed books like Flame of Anger, Code Name Sebastian, and others based on real life, you will dine Garden of Okapi a tremendously moving reading experience – as well as an astonishingly heart-warming adventure

When a young, financially challenged lab demonstrator named Fred is approached by a mysterious professor, Dr. Smith, to help write up his notes from research he did on the okapi in the Congo, Fred is delighted. Not only will it give him a chance to get to know the enigmatic prof, the extra pay will also go a long way toward solving his financial woes. However, Fred’s situation soon becomes complicated. After making a number of regrettable decisions, he embarks on a promising romance with Esther, a student from his hometown. Meanwhile, the more he gets to know Dr. Smith, the deeper Fred, Esther—and virtually everyone else in their orbit—are pulled into a dark secret from Dr. Smith’s past. Soon, the same mystery that ties them all together also threatens to tear their lives apart.

Ernest Glanville's 'In Search of the Okapi. A Story of Adventure in Central Africa' is a captivating tale that follows the journey of a group of intrepid explorers through the uncharted lands of Central Africa in search of the elusive okapi. Written in a vivid and descriptive style, Glanville brings to life the lush landscapes, dangerous wildlife, and the thrilling adventures encountered by the characters. This book reflects the spirit of exploration and discovery that was prevalent in the late 19th century, as European explorers embarked on quests to uncover the mysteries of the African continent. Ernest Glanville, a British author and journalist, drew inspiration from his own travels and experiences in Africa to write this gripping adventure story. His firsthand knowledge of the region and its wildlife adds authenticity and depth to the narrative, making it a compelling read for both history enthusiasts and adventure seekers. With its thrilling plot, rich descriptions, and immersive storytelling, 'In Search of the Okapi' is a must-read for anyone interested in tales of exploration, wildlife, and the mysteries of the African continent. Glanville's adventurous spirit shines through in this captivating novel, offering readers a glimpse into the excitement and challenges of exploring the unknown.

Veteran hunter tells the story of an outward and inward journey with four young French idealists bent on helping the Congolese.