The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency novels, featuring the insightful Botswanon Investigator Mma Precious Romotswe, have sold more than 15 Million copies in 43 Languages worldwide. A film based on the popular book series was created and directed by the late Oscar winning Anthony Minghella. Join the author as he travels to the heart of Botswana, inspiration and location for The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. "Botswana is often called the gem of Africa. I come here every year for inspiration. There is a certain pace of life here" says McCall Smith. In Botswana: In The Footsteps of The No.1 Ladies' Detective McCall Smith introduces viewers to Botswana's unique character and beauty, as he comes face to face with a pride of lions, returns a python to the wild, and visits the SOS Children's Village known so well to the fans of his bestselling book series.