For decades, Zimbabwe was a country in turmoil, controlled by a ruthless dictator bent on enriching himself and his cronies. Now, one hunter is bringing the people and animals of Zimbabwe to life through the story of his big-game safaris in this beautiful land.

Zimbabwe Elephant Hunt 2008 is David Bartlett’s first-person account of the beauty, danger, corruption, and marvel he encountered on his travels in Zimbabwe during the final days of the brutal Robert Mugabe regime, which has left its people starving and its leader one of the wealthiest men in the world.

A thrilling and touching account of one hunter’s friendships and close calls, the book outlines not only the hurdles international hunting travelers face when in a heavily sanctioned country oppressed by human rights violations, but also the ways in which the people of these countries rise above it all to welcome visitors.