02275cam a22003253u 4500 5761 UtSlPG 20260610133143.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DT Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890 Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 2 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-05-01 Scanned by JC Byers. Proofread by the volunteers of the Distributed Proofreaders site "Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 2" by Richard F. Burton is a travel narrative penned in the late 19th century. This work chronicles Burton's adventurous journeys through Africa, particularly focusing on his explorations of the Congo River and surrounding regions, offering insights into various cultures, landscapes, and natural phenomena observed during his travels. The opening of the book sets a vivid scene in Africa during the hot season of 1863, describing Burton's departure from the island of Fernando Po on a British steamship. He reflects on the oppressive conditions he faced, including the prevalence of yellow fever among the European population. As the narrative unfolds, he shares his experiences and observations of the geography, flora, and fauna, detailing the landscapes he encounters along the voyage to Loango Bay, as well as the vibrant cultures of the local tribes. The opening portion combines specific historical context with personal reflections, setting the stage for further exploration into the mysterious depths of the Congo and the indigenous peoples Burton intends to document. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Africa, West -- Description and travel Ethnology -- Africa, West Congo River -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5761 47787 47787