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100	1		_aPark, Mungo, _d1771-1806
245	1	0	_aTravels in the Interior of Africa — Volume 01
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-03-01
508			_aTranscribed from the 1893 Cassell & Company edition by David Price
520			_a"Travels in the Interior of Africa — Volume 01" by Mungo Park is a historical account written in the late 18th century and early 19th century. This pivotal work chronicles Mungo Park's explorations in Africa, specifically his journey along the Gambia River and into the interior regions of the continent. Through his narrative, Park dives into the geography, cultural diversity, and unique lifestyles of the African peoples he encountered. The beginning of the book introduces readers to Mungo Park’s commitment to exploration, detailing his early life and the context of his journey. He sets out from Portsmouth in 1795 with aspirations of uncovering the mysteries of the Niger River and its surrounding areas, amid the dangers posed by disease and potential hostility from local tribes. Park reflects upon his motivations, interactions with the local inhabitants, and the challenges he faces from the very start of his expedition. The text provides insight into the trade practices, social structures, and customs of the African societies he encounters, offering a vivid portrayal of life along the Gambia and the surrounding regions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aAfrica -- Discovery and exploration
653			_aNiger River
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5266
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