Land of a Thousand Hills

Rosamond Halsey Carr's memoir shares her extraordinary journey from a young fashion illustrator in New York City to a lifelong resident of Africa, where she witnessed significant historical and political changes over more than fifty years. Through her personal experiences in the Belgian Congo and Rwanda, she provides a vivid, firsthand account of the region’s turbulent history, including colonialism, independence struggles, and the devastating genocide. Her story highlights resilience, adaptation, and a deep love for her adopted homeland and its people.