To The Gold Coast for Gold: A Personal Narrative. Vol. I by Burton and Cameron
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“To The Gold Coast for Gold: A Personal Narrative. Vol. I” by Richard F. Burton and Verney Lovett Cameron is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative documents the authors' expedition to Western Africa’s Gold Coast, a region that was becoming increasingly recognized for its mineral wealth, particularly gold. The book outlines the mining practices, the geography, and the socio-economic dynamics of the area, as well as
Burton's personal observations and reflections on the hunt for wealth and the challenges faced during their journey. The opening of the book serves as a preface where Burton reflects on the historical significance of the Gold Coast and the immense potential it holds for gold mining. He describes the crude mining methods employed by local people, illustrating the hazards they face while retrievals are done in such primitive ways. Burton sets the stage by talking about his previous explorations and the anticipation of re-exploring this land. He introduces Captain Cameron, his companion, who will provide detailed accounts of the mines and geography while acknowledging that geographical knowledge is important, yet wealth in gold will drive their expeditions. The introduction paints a picture of excitement mingled with logistical challenges as they prepare for this venture into a territory rich in resources yet fraught with difficulties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890 |
|---|---|
| Author | Cameron, Verney Lovett, 1844-1894 |
| Title | To The Gold Coast for Gold: A Personal Narrative. Vol. I |
| Credits | Jim O’Connor, Distributed Proofreaders and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Gold mines and mining -- Ghana |
| Subject | Ghana -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8821 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jul 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1322 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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