TY - BOOK AU - Schillings,C.G. AU - Whyte,Frederic TI - In Wildest Africa, Vol. 2 AV - SK PY - 2017/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Africa, Central -- Description and travel KW - Hunting -- Africa KW - Natural history -- Africa KW - Nature photography N1 - Release date is 2017-06-16; Produced by Greg Weeks, Kim, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive); Original publication data not identified N2 - "In Wildest Africa, Vol. 2" by C. G. Schillings is a naturalist's account and adventure narrative written in the early 20th century. The work explores the rich biodiversity of East Africa, particularly focusing on the flora and fauna encountered during hunting expeditions. It serves as both a travelogue and a scientific observation, capturing the essence of wilderness through detailed descriptions and photographs of the animals and landscapes. The opening of the book immerses readers into the enchanting yet perilous world of Equatorial Africa. Through vivid imagery, Schillings describes the lush environment along the Rufu River, showcasing the intricate ecosystems filled with various species of birds, reptiles, and aquatic life. The author shares his firsthand experiences in tracking and observing wildlife, reflecting on the beauty and danger of the jungle, emphasizing the need for conservation in light of encroaching civilization. This rich introduction sets the stage for further adventures, including hunting elephants and rhinoceroses, while revealing the author's profound respect for the untamed wilderness of Africa. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54923 ER -