Herbert, Agnes 1873-1960 creator text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) Release date is 2017-04-07 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive Original publication data not identified Horn of Africa -- Description and travel Hunting -- Horn of Africa SK Original publication data not identified 08012188 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54501 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54501 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134245.0 54501