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Cocktail Hour Under the Tree of Forgetfulness is a biographical account of Nicola Fuller, the mother of author Alexandra Fuller. The book follows Nicola and her husband as they move from the optimistic, sunlit landscapes of East Africa to the realities of farm management in Rhodesia, where they confront personal loss and the harsh environment of a region in decline. After challenges in the African countryside, they return to England before ultimately settling again in Rhodesia during the civil war. In their later years, Nicola runs a banana and fish farm in the Zambezi Valley, and the family’s home is centered around a local tree that serves as a communal dispute‑resolution site. The narrative balances themes of survival, loss, love, and the enduring pursuit of freedom.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Alexandra Fuller
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