02605cam a22003253u 4500 75926 UtSlPG 20260610134745.0 m cr n 260607r20251899utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DT Stanley, Henry M. (Henry Morton), 1841-1904 Through the Dark Continent, Vol. 1 (of 2) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2025 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Morton_Stanley%27s_first_trans-Africa_expedition Release date is 2025-04-21 Aaron Adrignola, Martin Rowe, KD Weeks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Through the Dark Continent, Vol. 1 (of 2): or, The sources of the Nile around..." by Henry M. Stanley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book documents Stanley's extensive expedition across Central Africa, focusing on mapping the sources of the Nile and the regions around the great equatorial lakes, while confronting geographical, cultural, and logistical challenges. It also examines the impact of European exploration and subsequent colonial interests in Africa during a period of rapid change and expansion. The opening of "Through the Dark Continent" details the origins and motivations behind Stanley's expedition. It begins with his personal reaction to the death of the famed explorer David Livingstone, which inspires Stanley to resolve to complete Livingstone’s unfinished work in Africa. The initial chapters outline the organizational efforts for the journey, including recruiting companions, gathering supplies, and the role of major newspapers in sponsoring the mission. Stanley provides historical context around the Nile’s mystery, recounts prior explorations, and sets the stage for his quest to solve geographical puzzles regarding Africa’s great lakes and rivers. The opening establishes both the personal and scientific ambitions that drive the narrative forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: George Newnes, Limited, 1899 Africa, Central -- Description and travel Stanley, Henry M. (Henry Morton), 1841-1904 -- Travel -- Africa, Central https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75926 116651 116651