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Peter Godwin
Peter Godwin is a journalist and writer who explores history and memory. He is the author of the memoir When a Crocodile Eats the Sun, which details his experiences in Zimbabwe.
When a crocodile eats the sun
- Pages
- 352
- Published
- 2007
- Language
- English
Synopsis
Peter Godwin returns to his birthland of Zimbabwe from Manhattan, witnessing its descent into chaos under a dictator. His elderly parents, despite the turmoil, refuse to leave their adopted home. Godwin uncovers a shocking family secret that reveals the true depth of their loyalty. This memoir explores a family's disintegration against a country's collapse, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love.
