1890 AFRICA 1ed HM Stanley Adventures in Exploration LIVINGSTONE Emin Pasha MAP
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1890 AFRICA 1ed HM Stanley Adventures in Exploration LIVINGSTONE Emin Pasha MAP
“H.M. Stanleys Wonderful Adventures in Africa” by Joel Tyler Headley and Willis Fletcher Johnson is an engaging account of Stanleys 20-year exploration of Africa, capturing his expeditions from his initial quest for David Livingstone to his final triumphant return after rescuing Emin Bey. This comprehensive recounting of Stanleys life in Africa portrays his significant contributions to civilization and unearths the rich culture, resources, and trade opportunities found on the continent. The book, compiled from Stanleys fragmented writings by literary experts, provides an authentic narrative of Stanleys bold adventures, significant discoveries, and milestone achievements, contributing to a broader understanding of Africa for the Western world. Adorned with nearly 100 engravings, including five chromolithographic plates and a folding map of Africa showing Mr. Stanleys route and discoveries, the book is not only an enlightening resource but also visually stimulating. Through a strategic blend of personal experiences, geographical insights, and narratives of captivating incidents, the authors have condensed the extensive details of seven volumes into one concise, captivating, and easy-to-read book. This volume offers an invaluable historical perspective on Africas transformation over the years, its diverse tribes, and their customs.
Item number: #41241
Price: $499
HEADLEY, J.T.; JOHNSON, Willis Fletcher
H.M. Stanleys Wonderful Adventures in Africa. From His First Entrance into the Dark Continent in Search of Livingstone to His Last Triumphal Return from His Search for and Rescue of Emin Bey, Twenty Years of the Most Wonderful Adventures the World has Known. The Most Complete, Authentic, and Thrilling Recital Yet Issued of All His Noble, Daring, Marvellous Adventures, Grand Discoveries, and Signal Triumphs in Opening Up a Vast Continent of Untold Wealth to the Civilized World. Prepared From Stanleys Own Fragmentary Writings by Literary Men of Eminent Ability and High Reputation as Graphic Writers. Richly Illustrated.
[New York]: Excelsior Publishing Co., ©1890. First Edition.
Details:
Collation: Complete
vi, 7-802
heavily illustrated throughout
5 chromolitohographic plates
Folding color map of Africa showing Mr. Stanleys route and discoveries
Provenance: Handwritten
Thomas B. Davis, 1891
James W. Davis, 1891
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
cloth
Size: ~ 9in X 6in (22.5cm x 15cm)
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“H.M. Stanleys Wonderful Adventures in Africa” by Joel Tyler Headley and Willis Fletcher Johnson is an engaging account of Stanleys 20-year exploration of Africa, capturing his expeditions from his initial quest for David Livingstone to his final triumphant return after rescuing Emin Bey. This comprehensive recounting of Stanleys life in Africa portrays his significant contributions to civilization and unearths the rich culture, resources, and trade opportunities found on the continent. The book, compiled from Stanleys fragmented writings by literary experts, provides an authentic narrative of Stanleys bold adventures, significant discoveries, and milestone achievements, contributing to a broader understanding of Africa for the Western world. Adorned with nearly 100 engravings, including five chromolithographic plates and a folding map of Africa showing Mr. Stanleys route and discoveries, the book is not only an enlightening resource but also visually stimulating. Through a strategic blend of personal experiences, geographical insights, and narratives of captivating incidents, the authors have condensed the extensive details of seven volumes into one concise, captivating, and easy-to-read book. This volume offers an invaluable historical perspective on Africas transformation over the years, its diverse tribes, and their customs.
Item number: #41241
Price: $499
HEADLEY, J.T.; JOHNSON, Willis Fletcher
H.M. Stanleys Wonderful Adventures in Africa. From His First Entrance into the Dark Continent in Search of Livingstone to His Last Triumphal Return from His Search for and Rescue of Emin Bey, Twenty Years of the Most Wonderful Adventures the World has Known. The Most Complete, Authentic, and Thrilling Recital Yet Issued of All His Noble, Daring, Marvellous Adventures, Grand Discoveries, and Signal Triumphs in Opening Up a Vast Continent of Untold Wealth to the Civilized World. Prepared From Stanleys Own Fragmentary Writings by Literary Men of Eminent Ability and High Reputation as Graphic Writers. Richly Illustrated.
[New York]: Excelsior Publishing Co., ©1890. First Edition.
Details:
Collation: Complete
vi, 7-802
heavily illustrated throughout
5 chromolitohographic plates
Folding color map of Africa showing Mr. Stanleys route and discoveries
Provenance: Handwritten
Thomas B. Davis, 1891
James W. Davis, 1891
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure
cloth
Size: ~ 9in X 6in (22.5cm x 15cm)
Our Guarantee:
Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.
Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!
41241
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