Travels And Researches Among The Lakes And Mountains Of Eastern And Central Africa (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163531310)

Travels And Researches Among The Lakes And Mountains Of Eastern And Central Africa is a book written by James Frederick Elton, which chronicles his adventures and research expeditions in Africa during the 19th century. The book is a detailed account of his travels in the eastern and central regions of Africa, where he explored the lakes and mountains of the area.Elton's journey began in 1879, when he set out from Zanzibar with a team of explorers to investigate the sources of the Nile River. He traveled through Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya, encountering various tribes and cultures along the way. Throughout his travels, Elton documented his observations on the geography, flora, fauna, and people of the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of Elton's journey. He describes his encounters with the Masai, the Baganda, and other tribes, as well as his experiences with the wildlife of the region, including elephants, lions, and gorillas. He also provides detailed descriptions of the various lakes and mountains he visited, including Lake Victoria, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the Ruwenzori Mountains.Travels And Researches Among The Lakes And Mountains Of Eastern And Central Africa is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the early days of European exploration in Africa. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in African history, geography, and culture, as well as those interested in the history of exploration and adventure.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: James Frederick Elton
ISBN-10: 1163531316
ISBN-13: 9781163531310
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 504
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d