| Author |
Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890 |
| Title |
Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Scanned by JC Byers. Proofread by the volunteers of the Distributed Proofreaders site
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| Summary |
"Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 2" by Richard F. Burton is a travel narrative penned in the late 19th century. This work chronicles Burton's adventurous journeys through Africa, particularly focusing on his explorations of the Congo River and surrounding regions, offering insights into various cultures, landscapes, and natural phenomena observed during his travels. The opening of the book sets a vivid scene in Africa during the hot season of 1863, describing Burton's departure from the island of Fernando Po on a British steamship. He reflects on the oppressive conditions he faced, including the prevalence of yellow fever among the European population. As the narrative unfolds, he shares his experiences and observations of the geography, flora, and fauna, detailing the landscapes he encounters along the voyage to Loango Bay, as well as the vibrant cultures of the local tribes. The opening portion combines specific historical context with personal reflections, setting the stage for further exploration into the mysterious depths of the Congo and the indigenous peoples Burton intends to document. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| Subject |
Africa, West -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Ethnology -- Africa, West
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| Subject |
Congo River -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5761 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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