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100 1 _aDorman, Marcus R. P.,
_d1868-1907
245 1 2 _aA Journal of a Tour in the Congo Free State
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2005-03-04
508 _aE-text prepared by Brendan Lane, Martin Pettit, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"A Journal of a Tour in the Congo Free State" by Marcus R. P. Dorman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative chronicles Dorman's journey to the Congo Free State, originally sparked by his desire to hunt big game and explore the unknown territory. The work delves into the complexities of the region during a tumultuous period, tackling themes such as colonial governance, local customs, and the realities of life in a land often shrouded in controversy. At the start of the journal, Dorman prepares for his trip from England to the Congo, discussing the practicalities of packing and the anticipation of adventure. He sets off with Lord Mountmorres, who has his own motives for investigating the local circumstances and reporting back to European policymakers. The opening details their journey through different territories before reaching the mouth of the Congo River, offering insights into the preparations made for tropical travel, the diverse cast of characters encountered aboard the ship, and the political climate of the time, hinting at debates surrounding the treatment of native populations under colonial rule. Dorman's personal reflections suggest an evolving perspective on the situation, preparing the reader for the exploration and revelations to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCongo (Democratic Republic) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15240
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