A Work in Progress

Step into a life of extraordinary contrasts with A Work in Progress: A Scottish Lass in Africa, the captivating first volume of Alainnah Robertson’s memoirs. 

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Born amidst the windswept beauty of the Scottish Highlands in 1933, Alainnah’s journey unfolds across continents and decades, weaving a tale of resilience, adventure, and transformation. From her humble beginnings during the Great Depression and the hardships of World War II, to her bold move to sun-drenched Northern Rhodesia (modern-day Zambia), Alainnah’s story reveals the profound cultural, social, and political forces that shaped her life and the world around her.

In this first volume, Alainnah shares her formative years navigating the austerity of war-torn Scotland and the dramatic shifts of motherhood, community life, and the British Empire's twilight days in Africa. Readers will be inspired by her reflections on the joys and challenges of a life lived fully, marked by constant learning and growth—even into her tenth decade.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a memoir lover, or curious about the untold stories of women in the mid-20th century, Alainnah’s vivid storytelling offers a compelling window into a life well lived.