What is the wreck of zanzibar?

The Wreck of Zanzibar is the title of a 1964 novel by John Christopher, set in Zanzibar, with action scenes set in the Arabian Sea, India, and Kenya. The novel is primarily set in the fictional town of Kismayu on the coast of the Indian Ocean, just north of the Kenya border. The story was inspired by Christopher's own experiences while working as a tea estate assistant in East Africa.

The novel tells the story of a group of British expatriates and East African natives who must band together to survive after Zanzibar loses independence and is plunged into civil war. The group is led by Richard, an agriculturalist who must use all his skills and knowledge to keep the group alive in a hostile environment. The group is also aided by Sarah, a beautiful local woman who has joined the group in an attempt to escape her own troubles.

Key characters in The Wreck of Zanzibar:

* Richard: the leader of the British group

* Sarah: a beautiful East African woman who joins the group

* Salim: a local guide and ally

* Mr. Smith: an older man who is part of the group

* Mrs. Smith: Mr. Smith's wife

* Dr. Patel: a local doctor who helps the group

The Wreck of Zanzibar was a critical and commercial success and has been praised for its vivid descriptions of East Africa and its tense and exciting plot. The novel was adapted into a 1973 television film starring Michael York, Sarah Miles, and Dennis Waterman.