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100 1 _aBadlam, Anna B.,
_d1855-1947
245 1 4 _aThe World and Its People, Book VII: Views in Africa
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-02-12
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
520 _a"The World and Its People, Book VII: Views in Africa" by Anna B. Badlam is a geographical and educational work that was likely written in the late 19th century. This volume aims to provide young readers with insights into Africa's diverse landscapes, cultures, and natural features, designed specifically as a supplementary resource for school and home learning. The primary focus revolves around fostering an understanding of the continent's flora, fauna, peoples, and their ways of life, contributing to a broader appreciation of humanity and geography. The opening of the book introduces the concept of Africa as the "Dark Continent," acknowledging the historical lack of knowledge about its geography and native cultures until recent explorations. It discusses the climate, physical features, and challenges faced by early explorers, highlighting the stark contrast between the explored coastal regions and the vast, largely unknown interior. The text sets the stage for a more detailed examination of Africa's rivers, deserts, and people, enticing young readers to engage with the continent's stories and mysteries while positioning it within the broader context of world geography. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAfrica -- Description and travel
700 1 _aDunton, Larkin,
_d1828-1899
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35245
999 _c76090
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