--- product_id: 295326840 title: "Promises to Keep: A British Vet in Africa" brand: "hugh cran" price: "€ 52.11" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/295326840-promises-to-keep-a-british-vet-in-africa store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Promises to Keep: A British Vet in Africa **Brand:** hugh cran **Price:** € 52.11 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Promises to Keep: A British Vet in Africa by hugh cran - **How much does it cost?** € 52.11 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/295326840-promises-to-keep-a-british-vet-in-africa) ## Best For - hugh cran enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hugh cran brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Hugh Cran has left his native Scotland to work as a vet in Kenya where he tends to the animals of the local ranchers and the domestic pets of the local community. His daily life is a ceaseless colourful wheel of dawn-to-dusk activity which offers Hugh an insight into the local tribes and the international ex-pat community in equal measure as he copes with rabied dogs to entire herds of sick cattle, and with a surgery fire, near-death on a fishing trip and, despite working 18 hour days, he even finds time to fall in love and start a family. Hugh's witty observations and professional approach, in which he always gives his clients his best, makes this a lively and engaging read about what it is to be a vet at the sharp end and to survive in Kenya. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Dimensions | 15.24 x 3.18 x 23.5 cm | | Edition | First Edition | | Isbn 10 | 1906122970 | | Isbn 13 | 978-1906122973 | | Item Weight | 771 g | | Language | English | | Print Length | 320 pages | | Publication Date | 3 September 2015 | | Publisher | Merlin Unwin Books | ## Images ![Promises to Keep: A British Vet in Africa - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bHBCyM+9L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Laughs, gory details and social compassion in this clever book from a Scottish vet in Kenya *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 6 May 2016* There does seem to be a similarity with all 'vet books' set in Africa in that one gets a mix of funny stories, eccentric animal owners from rugged farmers to little old ladies, gory details of vivid operations on nature's wilder and more alarming beasts, all rolled into a thoughtful medley about Africa past, present and future. Hugh Cran does all the above and more in PROMISES TO KEEP', his second book about being a vet in Kenya.Cran does the format much better than most in that his sincerity and dedication to all classes and conditions of people come across strongly. No matter whether telling us about weird white landlords or unpredictable African farmers, his humour and compassion come across strongly; especially his humour. You will get chuckles and surprises galore as you turn the pages, as well as an agreeable amount of personal detail also.I should declare an interest because for ten years we lived not far from Nakuru in Kenya when visits to Hugh's unassuming surgery in the dilapidated middle of a not very swish town were regular features. One always felt better for seeing Hugh and his team - while when he turned up at one's house about forty minutes up a rough road near Naivasha the timing was not important. Hugh had many animal patients and people to see and his service to them all was exemplary and professional. Little did one know that he was also astutely summing up one's foibles, peculiarities and oddities.For a brilliant summary of what Hugh Cran has meant to all Kenyans for hundreds of miles around, try to find a copy of Aidan Hartley's profile in 'The Spectator' of 12th December 2015. Not only was this displaced Scotsman an example to his profession, his books confirm that he is also a brilliant and witty observer of the local Kenyan scene. We all receive a dose of his humanity, his barbed insight, and his care for the animals. Your final memory will, I suggest, be one of admiration, laughter and respect. You will never be bored and will often be moved to thank him for his words and outlook. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thoroughly enjoyed this book! *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 26 November 2015* This is a great book - I read it in a matter of days. It gives a fascinating insight into what life can really be like living and working in the heart of deepest, darkest Africa! It is at once humorous, gripping, and full of anecdotes so outrageous one can hardly believe that this is not a work of fiction - and yet we know full well it is fact - amazing. The characters are all very unique, the veterinary details are extremely interesting (you may need a strong stomach in parts however!) and many of the disastrous situations which Hugh Cran recalls had me laughing out loud. I enjoyed Hugh's first book just as much and would love to see some photos in there if there is to be a third volume. Great job Dr. Cran. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great read. *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 6 February 2016* A book so full of detail so rich in textual description that it will shine in the mind and on the shelf forever. It will also leave you re-energised from thegenuine humour laced throughout, A really lovely vet's African story. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/295326840-promises-to-keep-a-british-vet-in-africa](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/295326840-promises-to-keep-a-british-vet-in-africa) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-10-11*