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Book still in a great condition. >>> A young geologist who must contend with the physical demands of a year-long tunnel digging project and the prejudices and hostilities that come with being a woman in a field dominated by men is the focus of this fascinating novel. Sent to work on a new Lesotho Highlands Water Scheme in Southern Africa, Robyn knows from the moment she arrives that it was a mistake to accept a position there. Though she is an experienced field geologist, she struggles to adapt to the physical and emotional challenges posed by the project. After a year surviving derailments, cave-ins, and flooding, Robyn leaves the tunnel project to work on various assignments that take her to vastly different locations in South Africa and Namibia. Her passion for her job and an unexpected fondness for the locals she meets guide her through her most difficult assignments. Providing insight into the daily life and work of geologist, this novel also paints a vivid picture of the Southern African landscape. >>> Desert Varnish is a novel about a young African geologist who works from the depths of the earth as an underground geologist, to sun baked Namaqualand and the wide open spaces of Namibia, through grim mining towns and deserts of heart stopping beauty. In this tough mens world Robyn encounters physical danger, prejudice and hostility; but the greatest threat lies in the slick double-talk of corporate mergers and board room deals. Desert Varnish is filled with humour and enduring love for the wild places of southern Africa. With an infectious passion Cochlovius introduces us to the earths hidden treasures to the wry, lonesome, generous off beat characters that populate the landscape.
