Travels In Central Africa V1: And Explorations Of The Western Nile Tributaries (1869)

By Katherine Harriet Edlman Petherick and John Petherick

Book Overview

Travels in Central Africa Volume 1: And Explorations of the Western Nile Tributaries is a book written by John Petherick in 1869. The book is an account of Petherick's travels and explorations in Central Africa during the mid-19th century. Petherick was an English explorer and trader who spent several years in Africa, where he ventured into uncharted territories and interacted with various tribes and communities.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which details Petherick's experiences in different parts of Central Africa. He describes the landscapes, the people, their customs and traditions, as well as the flora and fauna of the region. Petherick also provides insights into the slave trade that was prevalent in the region during that time.One of the key highlights of the book is Petherick's exploration of the Western Nile tributaries. He provides a detailed account of his journey along the Nile River and its tributaries, which he navigated using boats and canoes. He also describes the various challenges he faced, including encounters with hostile tribes and treacherous rapids.Overall, Travels in Central Africa Volume 1: And Explorations of the Western Nile Tributaries is a fascinating account of one man's adventures in a largely unexplored region of Africa. It provides valuable insights into the history, geography, and culture of Central Africa during the 19th century.In Two Volumes.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104574764
• ISBN13: 9781104574765
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"