02298cam a22003373u 4500 3284 UtSlPG 20260610133110.0 m cr n 260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DT Speke, John Hanning, 1827-1864 The Discovery of the Source of the Nile Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2002 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2002-06-01 Produced by Laura Shaffer, J.C. Byers, and David Widger "The Discovery of the Source of the Nile" by John Hanning Speke is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details Speke's expeditions across Africa, particularly focusing on his assertion that Lake Victoria is the source of the Nile River. It outlines his journey, the challenges he faced, and the various interactions with native peoples as he aimed to uncover this geographical mystery. At the start of the narrative, Speke recounts his preparations for his third expedition to Africa, highlighting the complexities of organizing a substantial endeavor in a foreign land. He discusses initial funding attempts and the choice of companions, including Captain Grant. The opening portion outlines his motivations for returning to explore the waters of Lake Victoria in further detail and ultimately to confirm its significance as the Nile's source. Speke provides insights into the geography, flora, and fauna he anticipates encountering, setting the stage for the detailed accounts of exploration and discovery that follow. Through his reflections, the opening reveals both the scientific and personal stakes involved in such an exploratory journey during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Nile River Africa, East -- Description and travel Uganda -- Description and travel Nile River Valley -- Discovery and exploration https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3284 45355 45355