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Botswana, love, mystery, culture, and gentle humor.
Transport yourself to Botswana with "The Full Cupboard Of Life". Mma Ramotswe's adventures in love and detective work are the heart of this story, offering a gentle exploration of human motives and societal norms. The blend of traditional values and modern dilemmas, all enveloped in the warmth of Alexander McCall Smith's storytelling, makes this an engaging read. If you relish tales that offer both wisdom and wit, you'll find this book a delightful companion.
- Audie Award for Solo Narration - Female (2005)
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ISBN: 9780349117256
Authors:
Alexander McCall Smith
Publisher: Abacus
Date of Publication: 2003-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.03
(rated by 32858 readers)
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Alternate cover edition here. No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #5. Gaborone, capital city of Botswana. Mma Precious Ramotswe helps indecisive fiancé Mr J.L.B. Matekoni when orphan farm manager Mma Potakwani persuades him to jump out of an aeroplane, and a bullying dishonest competing mechanic calls. Between cups of bush tea, she sorts money grubbing suitors for hair-braiding tycoon.
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Botswana, love, mystery, culture, and gentle humor.
Transport yourself to Botswana with "The Full Cupboard Of Life". Mma Ramotswe's adventures in love and detective work are the heart of this story, offering a gentle exploration of human motives and societal norms. The blend of traditional values and modern dilemmas, all enveloped in the warmth of Alexander McCall Smith's storytelling, makes this an engaging read. If you relish tales that offer both wisdom and wit, you'll find this book a delightful companion.
- Audie Award for Solo Narration - Female (2005)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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