In Search of Gumption

In Search of Gumption

In Search of Gumption

Chapter 2. Gumption

Gently floating on the Indian Ocean by the shore of Lamu Island, Kenya 1984- Maskat’s Age: 12 years

Feb 07, 2021
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Some moments are simply much more full than others. Maskat Zemunke learned that very early on when he was taught how to sail the Dhow; The African fishing boat that was typical of the crystal picturesque beaches of Lamu Island, Kenya, where he grew up. His grandfather was a most respectable army general and later in life, a very talented and well-known …

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