Across Africa: From Missionary Travels And Researches In South Africa (1907)

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Across Africa: From Missionary Travels And Researches In South Africa (1907)

Name: Across Africa: From Missionary Travels And Researches In South Africa (1907)
Brand: David Livingstone
SKU: 58714732396704
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By: David Livingstone

ISBN: 9781166499358

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Across Africa: From Missionary Travels And Researches In South Africa is a book written by David Livingstone in 1907. The book is a collection of his personal experiences and observations during his travels across Africa as a missionary and explorer. Livingstone's journey began in 1840 when he arrived in South Africa as a missionary. He later became interested in exploring the interior of the continent and embarked on a series of expeditions that took him across the Kalahari Desert, the Zambezi River, and the Congo River. Throughout his travels, Livingstone encountered a diverse range of people and cultures, from the indigenous tribes of Africa to European colonizers and slave traders. He also encountered a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and hippos. Livingstone's descriptions of these encounters provide a vivid picture of Africa during the 19th century.The book also includes Livingstone's observations on the natural resources of Africa, such as diamonds and gold, and the impact of European colonization on the continent. Livingstone was a strong advocate for the abolition of the slave trade and his writings reflect his deep concern for the welfare of the African people.Across Africa: From Missionary Travels And Researches In South Africa is an important historical document that provides a firsthand account of Africa during a time of great change. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in African history, exploration, and missionary work.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.

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