How did the camel thorn tree and the murder hill get their names? How can a coughing train waiter serve death to hundreds? And why does a rhino hunt lead to the founding of the popular Namibian holiday destination Hentiesbaai? These and many other questions are answered in an entertaining and illustrative way in the first edition of "Gondwana History." The 25 stories in this book, featuring snapshots from Namibia's past, are perfect as travel reading for foreign guests, but they also serve as a treasure trove for Namibians and those familiar with Namibia who want to learn more about the country.