Author: Hoffman

Writing and wandering are two nearly impossible passions to live by nowadays. As a writer, Hoffman seems to have found his place, capturing people’s emotions, curiosity, and imagination. As a wanderer (in the 21st century!), he keeps on stumbling upon, now and again, those ever-elusive paths that lead not only to barely untouched worlds for him to experience, but also to unexplored mental territories for us, the readers, to unveil. Equipped with timeless equipment, and the need to find his Eden, he is moving only forward, without haste but without rest.” Jordi Matas Freelance documentary photographer...

What resonates deeply with me when delving into Hoffman’s reflections on his forays into the remote African bush is the profound love and respect he holds for this landscape and its inhabitants. Unlike many others, he refrains from sharing sensational, in-your-face close-up photographs of any animal, regardless of its size. Instead, he frequently voices his dismay at the lack of respect humans often exhibit for the sake of their own entertainment. His writings consistently express his desire to move through these environments with minimal disturbance, leaving behind no trace of his presence. He seeks to observe the bushveld in...

If you seek to read about the intense up-close experiences and observations of a man that ventured into the vast wilderness areas of Africa where no roads or even tracks exist, mostly alone with only the very basic survival equipment, then this is the stuff for you. You will not hear about how well the latest SAT Phone works, or how quick the newest rooftop tent can be erected or even how cold the latest camping fridge keeps the beers. Instead, Hoffman will share with you stories, experiences and observations of life in Africa uncontaminated by technology gadgets and...