I read "Death in the Long Grass", "Horn of the Hunter" and something by Corbett which I borrowed and do not recall the title. I found all three exceedingly good reads.



I then went hunting in Africa for the first time.



After that I read three other Capstick titles and found them somewhat boring.

I've read most of the old books and found them kinda dry and dull...I much prefer Capsticks style, some of that stuff he wrote made the hair stand up on the back of my neck...the man had a talent...and that was the written word.

I agree with you Ray. So much of the old books were just too "matter of fact", and had little passion. I met P.H.C. and his wife Fiona, and he was as interesting in person, as he was in print. It'll be a long time before someone else can capture his style and flair.

Glad to see another reader who enjoys the excitement of imagination. I have an offer for you. I have two copies of Death in the Long Grass. When you finish reading the book completed by his wife I will trade you for your copy so I can read it too.
Let me know.
Frank

Ive talked to Capstick and Geoff Broom who he hunted for. He started as the barman for safari south according to Geoff. He did drink to much and in later years became quite melodramatic, but considering that his first book is the reason I went on my first buffalo hunt I owe him a debt of gratitude. I say the writers who can do what he did are a credit to the profession.