Books with author Bernard Horgan

In 1994 entrepreneur and award-winning businessman Bernard Horton decided to give up the rat race and all the trappings of wealth in order to follow his heart and live among the Bushman people of Botswana’s western Kalahari. He bought and converted an ex-military Land Rover 101” Forward Control (known to the Bushmen as Ibope from the distinctive sound of the V8 engine), and set about driving all the way from Durban in South Africa to Maun, Botswana - still a dusty frontier town in those days.My Forever Heartache is the fascinating story of Bernard’s four-year adventure which saw him become one with these gentle and inspirational people, who still live in harmony with mother nature as they have done for thousands of years.

The Beekeeper is a timeless children's story with engaging characters about a Beekeeper and his nasty neighbour. The moral message is cleverly woven into a simple and fun story. "If someone treats you badly, don't do the same to him or her; treat them with kindness, as they are not your teachers". The Beekeeper comes alive with Rikin Parekh's vivid illustrations creating a cute and educational story that children love to read.

In 1994, entrepreneur and award-winning businessman Bernard Horton decided to give up the rat-race and all the trappings of wealth in order to follow his heart, and live amongst the Bushman people of Botswana’s Western Kalahari. He bought and converted an ex-military Land Rover 101” Forward Control (known to the Bushmen as Ibope from the distinctive sound of the V8 engine), and with a friend, Dr. Murdoch Laing set about driving all the way up from Cape Town to Maun, Botswana - still a dusty frontier town in those days. The doctor returned to England but Bernard had found his calling and stayed. My Forever Heartache is the fascinating story of Bernard’s four-year adventure which saw him become one with these gentle and inspirational people who still live in harmony with mother nature as they have done for thousands of years. As the title suggests it is also a study of how the Bushmen struggle to adapt and survive in a modern world that doesn’t share their same core values, perhaps ultimately to the detriment of all of us. Bernard Horton was born in Wales, and spent many happy years in Scotland before making his home in Maun, Botswana, where he still lives with his daughter Themma. He is the founder of the Horton Crossbow empire and owner of Gidichaa Camp, a Bushman safari lodge in northern Botswana. He is the author of The Horton Story, also published by Black Crake Books.

In 1994, entrepreneur and award-winning businessman Bernard Horton decided to give up the rat-race and all the trappings of wealth and security in order to follow his heart, and live amongst the Bushman people of Botswana's Western Kalahari. He bought and converted an ex-military Land Rover 101" Forward Control (nicknamed I a bo pe - let it roar - by the Bushmen from the distinctive sound of the V8 engine), and with a friend, Dr. Murdoch Laing set about driving all the way up from Durban to Maun, Botswana - still a dusty frontier town in those days. The doctor returned to England but Bernard had found his calling and stayed. My Forever Heartache is the fascinating story of Bernard's four-year adventure which saw him become one with these gentle and inspirational people who still live in harmony with mother nature as they have done for thousands of years. As the title suggests it is also a study of how the Bushmen struggle to adapt and survive in a modern world that doesn't share their same core values, perhaps ultimately to the detriment of all of us. Bernard Horton was born in Wales, and spent many happy years in Scotland before making his home in Maun, Botswana, where he still lives with his daughter Themma. He is the founder of the Horton Crossbow empire and owner of Gidichaa Camp, a Bushman safari lodge in northern Botswana. www.gidichaa.com He is the author of The Horton Story, also published by Black Crake Books. www.blackcrakeboooks.com

The lighthouse is a tale of excitement and adventure. It tells of Bob's insight of an approaching storm. When he tries to warn his neighbours they don't believe him. However, his tenacity and his love for his neighbours urge him on to prepare for the approaching storm. His preparations and warnings still go unheeded until danger is suddenly near the Village. Unassuming and gentle Bob becomes a hero when he sets all in order to face the coming storm. This book is a must for readers of all ages. Moral - Always be prepared for the unexpected, be aware of your surroundings and always helpa and be kind to a neighbour in need.