First Footsteps In East Africa; Or, An Exploration Of Harar (Two-Volume Set)
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Captain Sir Richard F. Burton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Time-Life Books, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Classics of Exploration leaflet laid-in
First Footsteps In East Africa chronicles a daring 19th-century expedition into uncharted territories, presenting a vivid account of the landscapes, peoples, and customs encountered. This seminal work illustrates the challenges and triumphs of early European exploration in the region, offering meticulous observations on geography, ethnography, and linguistics. The narrative maintains a scholarly yet adventurous tone, detailing the arduous journey and the cultural intricacies of the Horn of Africa. It uncovers a fascinating historical perspective on a pivotal era of discovery, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of travel literature and African history.
Author: Captain Sir Richard F. Burton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Time-Life Books, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Classics of Exploration leaflet laid-in
First Footsteps In East Africa chronicles a daring 19th-century expedition into uncharted territories, presenting a vivid account of the landscapes, peoples, and customs encountered. This seminal work illustrates the challenges and triumphs of early European exploration in the region, offering meticulous observations on geography, ethnography, and linguistics. The narrative maintains a scholarly yet adventurous tone, detailing the arduous journey and the cultural intricacies of the Horn of Africa. It uncovers a fascinating historical perspective on a pivotal era of discovery, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of travel literature and African history.