Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People
By Paul B. Du Chaillu
Length7h 32m
About this audiobook
In "Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People," Paul B. Du Chaillu presents a fascinating exploration of the gorilla's habitat and behavior, intricately woven with personal anecdotes from his travels to Africa. The book is characterized by its vivid descriptions and engaging narrative style, combining adventure writing with scientific observation. Du Chaillu's work stands as a significant contribution to both zoological literature and children's literature of the late 19th century, aiming to educate and enthrall young readers with the wonders of the natural world through the lens of the burgeoning field of anthropology. Paul B. Du Chaillu was a pioneering explorer and anthropologist whose passions were ignited by his early encounters with the natural world in Africa. His groundbreaking expeditions in the 1860s, especially his encounters with gorillas, enriched his understanding of wildlife and human cultures. Du Chaillu's dedication to making the complexities of biology accessible and entertaining for younger audiences illustrates his commitment to education and scientific curiosity. This book is highly recommended for readers who are eager to ignite a sense of wonder about the animal kingdom. "Stories of the Gorilla Country" serves not only as an adventure but also as an essential gateway for younger readers to explore themes of ecology, conservation, and the rich tapestry of life that shares our planet.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (21)
Includes Goodreads
GenreChildren's Literature
Length7 hrs 32 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PRELIMINARY CHAPTER.
19CHAPTER XIX.
2CHAPTER II.
20CHAPTER XX.
3CHAPTER III.
21CHAPTER XXI.
4CHAPTER IV.
22CHAPTER XXII.
5CHAPTER V.
23CHAPTER XXIII.
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6CHAPTER VI.
24CHAPTER XXIV.
7CHAPTER VII.
25CHAPTER XXV.
8CHAPTER VIII.
26CHAPTER XXVI.
9CHAPTER IX.
27CHAPTER XXVII.
10CHAPTER X.
28CHAPTER XXVIII.
11CHAPTER XI.
29CHAPTER XXIX.
12CHAPTER XII.
30CHAPTER XXX.
13CHAPTER XIII.
31CHAPTER XXXI.
14CHAPTER XIV.
32CHAPTER XXXII.
15CHAPTER XV.
33CHAPTER XXXIII.
16CHAPTER XVI.
34CHAPTER XXXIV.
17CHAPTER XVII.
35CHAPTER XXXV.
18CHAPTER XVIII.
36CHAPTER XXXVI.
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