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_aSpeke, John Hanning, _d1827-1864 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Discovery of the Source of the Nile |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2002 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2002-06-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Laura Shaffer, J.C. Byers, and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"The Discovery of the Source of the Nile" by John Hanning Speke is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details Speke's expeditions across Africa, particularly focusing on his assertion that Lake Victoria is the source of the Nile River. It outlines his journey, the challenges he faced, and the various interactions with native peoples as he aimed to uncover this geographical mystery. At the start of the narrative, Speke recounts his preparations for his third expedition to Africa, highlighting the complexities of organizing a substantial endeavor in a foreign land. He discusses initial funding attempts and the choice of companions, including Captain Grant. The opening portion outlines his motivations for returning to explore the waters of Lake Victoria in further detail and ultimately to confirm its significance as the Nile's source. Speke provides insights into the geography, flora, and fauna he anticipates encountering, setting the stage for the detailed accounts of exploration and discovery that follow. Through his reflections, the opening reveals both the scientific and personal stakes involved in such an exploratory journey during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNile River | ||
| 653 | _aAfrica, East -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aUganda -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aNile River Valley -- Discovery and exploration | ||
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