Books and Online Resources about Zambia
Fiction and Novels about ZambiaBefore I leave for any trip, I like to immerse myself in books about the country. Sometimes that means reading about the local history, but more often I use fiction or personal stories to help me get deeper insight into the culture. Here are a few of the books that help me set the stage for my trip to Zambia.
North of South: An African Journey

Buy on Amazon: North of South: An African Journey
Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight: An African Childhood

Buy on Amazon: Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight: An African Childhood
The Eye of the Elephant: An Epic Adventure in the African Wilderness

Buy on Amazon: The Eye of the Elephant: An Epic Adventure in the African Wilderness

Buy on Amazon: Bradt Travel Guide Zambia
Zambia and Victoria Falls Travel Map

Buy on Amazon: Zambia and Victoria Falls Travel Map
Here are a few of the resources I found helpful in learning more about modern Zambia before my trip.
The New York Times gives a great overview of resources about Zambia and recent news while The Post Zambia Online, The Lusaka Times, the Times of Zambia and the Lonely Planet's Thorn Tree for Zambia is a great place to ask questions or to read about the experiences travelers are having in the country right now.
For a high level overview of entry requirements, visa issues, and safety concerns I like to review the US State Department Information Sheet on Zambia and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade recommendations on Zambia
Bill Gates talk after his visit to Zambia and Ethiopia gives a view on some of the struggles Zambia is facing, and some of the tactics being used to address them.
Unicef's Zambia Page gives insight into some of the issues impacting children in Zambia, as well as aid work being done in the country
For Zambian music, check out National Geographic's World Music Recommendations
I never did find a great Zambian cultural reference, but I was fascinated by this story about Nshima, the Zambian staple food and this one about Zambian Greetings
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Iain Macdonald on June 13, 2015 at 2:23 a.m.
Please have a look at this book. It is a very strong promoter of Zambia and its natural resources.
Iain Macdonald on June 15, 2015 at 6:32 a.m.
Iain Macdonald worked in the North Luangwa National Park Zambia alongside Mark and Delia Owens. His camp is mentioned in their book, Eye of the Elephant.