| Author |
Gray, William, Major |
| Author |
Dochard, Staff Surgeon |
| Contributor |
Hooker, William Jackson, Sir, 1785-1865 |
| Title |
Travels in Western Africa, in the years 1818, 19, 20, and 21, from the river Gambia, through Woolli, Bondoo, Galam, Kasson, Kaarta, and Foolidoo, to the river Niger
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| Original Publication |
London: John Murray, 1825.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Galo Flordelis (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Travels in Western Africa, in the years 1818, 19, 20, and 21" by Major William Gray is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work details an expedition launched to explore the interior of Western Africa, with a focus on regions extending from the River Gambia to the River Niger. It chronicles the challenges faced by the expedition, including illness, difficult terrain, and interactions with local tribes, while reflecting on the broader motivations for European exploration during that era. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for the expedition by introducing its leadership and initial challenges, including delays in the expedition's departure from Senegal due to illness among the crew and local cooperation. Major Peddie, the original leader, tragically dies from fever shortly after the expedition begins, leaving Gray to take command. The difficulties faced include navigating unknown lands, acquiring provisions, and dealing with the political dynamics of the native tribes. As the expedition progresses, challenges multiply, including shortages of food and carriers, which foreshadow the arduous journey ahead in their quest to penetrate deeper into Africa and understand its complex cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| Subject |
Sudan (Region) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72084 |
| Release Date |
Nov 10, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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