Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 1 by Burton
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"Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 1" by Richard F. Burton is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles Burton's adventurous explorations through the complex and varied landscapes of Africa, particularly focusing on the Gaboon River and encounters with local tribes, including the Mpongwe and the Fán. This work not only aims to provide insights into the geography and anthropology of
the region but also highlights Burton's experiences with the local fauna, including gorillas. The opening of the travelogue sets the stage for Burton's journey as he reflects on his previous explorations across various territories, establishing a tone of curiosity and camaraderie with fellow explorers as he addresses a letter to Sir George Back. He introduces readers to the Gaboon region, describing its lush landscape, river dynamics, and the socio-political context of French colonial interests. As he embarks on his journey, Burton elaborates on the challenges presented by nature and navigates through the intricate interactions with local communities and their cultures, setting up the foundation for the encounters and discoveries that will unfold in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890 |
|---|---|
| Title | Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 1 |
| Credits | Scanned by JC Byers. Proofread by the volunteers of the Distributed Proofreaders site |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Africa, West -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Ethnology -- Africa, West |
| Subject | Congo River -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5760 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-05760-6 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 890 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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