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LoC No.: 17031523
Title: A journey to Central Africa : Or, Life and landscapes from Egypt to the Negro kingdoms of the White Nile
Original Publication: New York: G. P. Putnam and Son, 1869.
Credits: Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Journey to Central Africa; Or, Life and Landscapes from Egypt to the Negro Kingdoms of the White Nile" by Bayard Taylor is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the author's extensive expedition into Central Africa, detailing not only the landscapes he encounters but also the cultures and people he meets along the way. Taylor's intention is to provide readers with an authentic account of his travel experiences and the lively life in these regions, rather than a mere adventure story filled with embellishments. At the start of the narrative, Taylor arrives in Alexandria, Egypt, where he describes his initial encounters and observations of the city. He captures the excitement and novelty of visiting a new continent, reflecting on his interactions with locals, the bustling environment, and his experiences at an Oriental bath. As he prepares for his journey up the Nile toward the interior of Africa, Taylor emphasizes the charm of the rich cultural tapestry and the natural beauty surrounding him. He introduces notable figures, such as his dragoman Achmet, and hints at the challenges and adventures that await him as he sets off on a path less trodden. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Taylor, Bayard, 1825-1878
EBook No.: 72823
Published: Jan 29, 2024
Downloads: 289
Language: English
Subject: Sudan -- Description and travel
Subject: Egypt -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 17031523
Title: A journey to Central Africa : Or, Life and landscapes from Egypt to the Negro kingdoms of the White Nile
Original Publication: New York: G. P. Putnam and Son, 1869.
Credits: Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Journey to Central Africa; Or, Life and Landscapes from Egypt to the Negro Kingdoms of the White Nile" by Bayard Taylor is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the author's extensive expedition into Central Africa, detailing not only the landscapes he encounters but also the cultures and people he meets along the way. Taylor's intention is to provide readers with an authentic account of his travel experiences and the lively life in these regions, rather than a mere adventure story filled with embellishments. At the start of the narrative, Taylor arrives in Alexandria, Egypt, where he describes his initial encounters and observations of the city. He captures the excitement and novelty of visiting a new continent, reflecting on his interactions with locals, the bustling environment, and his experiences at an Oriental bath. As he prepares for his journey up the Nile toward the interior of Africa, Taylor emphasizes the charm of the rich cultural tapestry and the natural beauty surrounding him. He introduces notable figures, such as his dragoman Achmet, and hints at the challenges and adventures that await him as he sets off on a path less trodden. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Taylor, Bayard, 1825-1878
EBook No.: 72823
Published: Jan 29, 2024
Downloads: 289
Language: English
Subject: Sudan -- Description and travel
Subject: Egypt -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.