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_aDrummond, Henry, _d1851-1897 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aTropical Africa |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2024 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2024-10-15 | ||
| 508 | _aAl Haines | ||
| 520 | _a"Tropical Africa" by Henry Drummond is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The work aims to provide a detailed exploration of East Central Africa, shedding light on its geography, people, and the broader context of its colonial struggles. Drummond draws upon his own adventures while referencing historical figures such as Livingstone, emphasizing the pressing social issues in the region, particularly relating to the slave trade and exploitation. At the start of the book, Drummond reflects on the allure and mystery of Central Africa, describing it as a land rich in untold stories but marked by both natural beauty and the darker aspects of human history. He sets off from London, detailing his arduous journey to Zanzibar as a capital for African exploration, before venturing into the heart of the continent. This opening segment highlights both the physical challenges and the internal reflections of a traveler grappling with the realities of Africa—from the picturesque landscapes to the grim dynamics of colonialism and the degradation wrought by the slave trade. As he navigates rivers and encounters native tribes, Drummond's narrative promises to be a mixture of adventure and introspection, driving home the importance of understanding Africa in a more profound and ethical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cNew York: The Columbian Publishing Co., 1890 |
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| 653 | _aAfrica, Central -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aAfrica, East -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aSlave trade | ||
| 653 | _aNatural history -- Africa | ||
| 856 | 4 | _uhttps://archive.org/details/tropicalafrica021drum/mode/2up | |
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74587 |
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