02196cam a22003253u 4500 54501 UtSlPG 20260610134245.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 08012188 UtSlPG en iso639-1 SK Herbert, Agnes, 1873-1960 Two Dianas in Somaliland: The Record of a Shooting Trip Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-04-07 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive "Two Dianas in Somaliland: The Record of a Shooting Trip" by Agnes Herbert is a nonfiction account written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows two adventurous women, the author and her cousin, as they embark on a daring expedition to hunt big game in the wilds of Somaliland. The book is a mix of travel writing, adventure, and a reflection on the role of women in a male-dominated sport and culture. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for this extraordinary journey. The author discusses their preparations for the trip, detailing the selection of equipment and the challenges they anticipate, including securing hunting permits and packing the necessary supplies. It reveals their determination and excitement while capturing the cultural nuances they encounter, from the quirky dynamics aboard the steamer to their experiences in Berbera. This initial glimpse hints at their camaraderie, adventurous spirits, and the challenges they face as they prepared to navigate both the wild landscape and societal expectations as female hunters in an era when such pursuits were dominated by men. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Horn of Africa -- Description and travel Hunting -- Horn of Africa https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54501 95333 95333