Across Africa (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432680558)

Across Africa is a non-fiction book written by Verney Lovett Cameron, an English explorer and adventurer. The book recounts Cameron's journey through Africa in the late 19th century, from the east coast to the west coast. Cameron's journey began in Zanzibar, where he set out on foot and horseback with a small group of companions. They traveled through Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, and Angola, encountering various indigenous tribes, wildlife, and natural wonders along the way. The book provides a detailed account of the challenges and obstacles Cameron and his team faced, including hostile tribes, treacherous terrain, and disease. Cameron also describes the customs and traditions of the people he met, as well as the flora and fauna of the region. Throughout the book, Cameron's writing is vivid and engaging, bringing the reader along on his journey through Africa. He also includes sketches and illustrations to help readers visualize the landscapes and people he encountered. Overall, Across Africa is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in African history, exploration, and adventure. It offers a unique perspective on a time and place that has since undergone significant changes, making it a valuable historical document as well.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Verney Lovett Cameron
ISBN-10: 1432680552
ISBN-13: 9781432680558
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 576
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.28d