The Life Of Bruce, The African Traveler

By Francis Bond Head

Book Overview

The Life of Bruce, The African Traveler is a biographical account of the Scottish explorer James Bruce, who lived during the 18th century. The book is written by Francis Bond Head, who was a British army officer and author. The book covers Bruce's life and his extensive travels throughout Africa, including his journey to discover the source of the Nile River. It details his encounters with various African tribes and their customs, as well as his struggles with illness and hardship during his expeditions. The Life of Bruce, The African Traveler also explores Bruce's personal life, including his relationships with women and his political beliefs. It provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of the most important explorers of Africa during the Age of Exploration. Overall, The Life of Bruce, The African Traveler is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of African exploration and the life of James Bruce.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432659901
• ISBN13: 9781432659905
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"