The Journal of a Mission to the Interior of Africa, in the Year 1805 by Mungo Park
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"The Journal of a Mission to the Interior of Africa, in the Year 1805" by Mungo Park is an exploratory travel journal edited and annotated in the early 19th century. This work documents Park's ambitious expedition into the heart of Africa, set in a time when much of the continent was largely unknown to Europeans. The narrative details not only the journey itself but also provides insights into the cultures, peoples, and
natural sciences that Park encountered, reflecting both the challenges faced by explorers and the rich tapestry of African life. The opening of this journal sets the stage for Park's expedition, outlining the various documents that accompany it, including his original journal, letters, and instructional materials from the African Association. It highlights his previous explorations, the planning for the mission, and the significant support he received from notable figures like Sir Joseph Banks. At the start, Park discusses his departure from Kayee and the initial encounters along the Gambia River, describing his payments for local practices, the customs he observed, and the unfriendly reception from some local rulers. This introduction establishes the context and urgency of his mission while foreshadowing the difficulties he will encounter as he endeavors to trace the Niger River, possibly leading to discoveries of great geographical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Park, Mungo, 1771-1806 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Whishaw, J. (John), 1765?-1840 |
| Title |
The Journal of a Mission to the Interior of Africa, in the Year 1805 Together with Other Documents, Official and Private, Relating to the Same Mission, to Which Is Prefixed an Account of the Life of Mr. Park |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Africa -- Discovery and exploration |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8814 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08814-3 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 673 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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