The African Adventure: Four Hundred Years Of Exploration In The Dangerous Continent
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Timothy Severin
Binding: Hardback
Published: E.P. Dutton, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has minor wear and tear along some edges and light tanning
This compelling historical account chronicles four centuries of intrepid European exploration across the vast and often perilous African continent. It uncovers the motivations, triumphs, and tragic failures of those who ventured into uncharted territories, detailing their encounters with diverse cultures and formidable natural landscapes. The narrative presents a vivid panorama of the continent's complex history through the eyes of its early European visitors, illustrating the profound impact of their journeys on both the explorers and the lands they traversed. This authoritative work captures the spirit of adventure and the enduring allure of discovery that shaped an era.
Author: Timothy Severin
Binding: Hardback
Published: E.P. Dutton, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has minor wear and tear along some edges and light tanning
This compelling historical account chronicles four centuries of intrepid European exploration across the vast and often perilous African continent. It uncovers the motivations, triumphs, and tragic failures of those who ventured into uncharted territories, detailing their encounters with diverse cultures and formidable natural landscapes. The narrative presents a vivid panorama of the continent's complex history through the eyes of its early European visitors, illustrating the profound impact of their journeys on both the explorers and the lands they traversed. This authoritative work captures the spirit of adventure and the enduring allure of discovery that shaped an era.