The Narrative Of An Explorer In Tropical South Africa
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Francis Galton
Length9h 30m
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This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. First published in 1853, Francis Galton's "The Narrative Of An Explorer In Tropical South Africa" is a direct dispatch from a pivotal moment in the age of global exploration. As a firsthand account of an expedition into what were then the uncharted territories of the region, the book promises a journey into the timeless questions of human endurance, the drive for discovery, and the nature of cross-cultural encounters that defined 19th-century exploration. This classic work will appeal to enthusiasts of history, African travelogues, and 19th-century discovery, offering a potential glimpse into the spirit and hardships faced when venturing into a world then largely unknown to outsiders. Galton's account stands as an authentic window into its time, inviting readers to consider the complexities and ambitions of an extraordinary expedition.
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GenreHistory
Length9 hrs 30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 13, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
8CHAPTER VI.
2TROPICAL SOUTH AFRICA.
9CHAPTER VII.
3CHAPTER I.
10CHAPTER VIII.
4CHAPTER II.
11CHAPTER IX.
5CHAPTER III.
12CHAPTER X.
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6CHAPTER IV.
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