The Achievements Of Stanley And Other African Explorers (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548279564)

The book titled ""The Achievements Of Stanley And Other African Explorers"" is written by Joel Tyler Headley. It is a historical account of the explorations carried out in Africa by various explorers, with a focus on the accomplishments of Henry Morton Stanley. The book covers Stanley's expeditions to explore the Congo River and his discovery of the source of the Nile River. It also provides insights into the lives and achievements of other African explorers such as David Livingstone, John Speke, Richard Burton, and Samuel Baker. The author narrates the challenges, dangers, and adventures faced by these explorers during their expeditions, including encounters with wildlife, hostile tribes, and harsh weather conditions. The book also sheds light on the impact of these explorations on the African continent, including the exploitation of natural resources, the spread of Christianity, and the colonization of Africa by European powers. Overall, this book is a fascinating account of the bravery and determination of early African explorers and their contributions to the discovery and mapping of the African continent.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: Joel Tyler Headley
ISBN-10: 054827956X
ISBN-13: 9780548279564
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 618
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.36lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.50d