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Baker, Samuel White, Sir
1821
1893
The Nile Tributaries of Abyssinia, and the Sword Hunters of the Hamran Arabs
"The Nile Tributaries of Abyssinia, and the Sword Hunters of the Hamran Arabs" by Sir Samuel W. Baker is an adventurous travelogue written during the late 19th century. The work chronicles Baker's explorations through the vast and treacherous landscape of Abyssinia, focusing particularly on the tributaries that feed the Nile River, as well as the sword-hunting traditions of the Hamran Arabs. The book likely delves into the discoveries made regarding the sources of the Nile, as well as the interaction with various local cultures, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of the expedition. The opening of this narrative sets the stage for Baker’s journey as he begins his expedition from Cairo towards the uncharted regions of the Nile and the harsh Nubian desert. He vividly describes the scorching heat and desolate landscape while recounting the toll it takes on both men and camels. With a small team, including his wife, Baker embarks on a challenging voyage characterized by hardships and the sheer contrast between the life-giving Nile and the surrounding deserts. His observations provide a rich, immersive look into the environment and the people he encounters, culminating in his aim to reveal the ultimate source of the Nile—a quest steeped in mystery and the promise of discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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