Travels in the Interior of Africa — Volume 01 By: Mungo Park (1771-1806)
Travels in the Interior of Africa — Volume 01 by Mungo Park is a fascinating and daring account of the author's journey into the heart of Africa in the late 18th century. Park's writing is vivid and detailed, painting a vivid picture of the landscapes, peoples, and cultures he encounters along the way. One of the most striking aspects of Park's narrative is his bravery and determination in the face of countless challenges and dangers. From navigating treacherous rivers to surviving encounters with hostile tribes, Park's journey is a testament to the indomitable human spirit. In addition to the adventure and excitement of Park's travels, the book also offers valuable insights into the history and geography of Africa at the time. Park's observations on the customs and traditions of the African people he encounters are both enlightening and respectful, providing a unique perspective on a continent that was largely unknown to Europeans at the time. Overall, Travels in the Interior of Africa is a captivating read that offers a window into a world that is both vastly different and remarkably similar to our own. Park's courage and curiosity make him a compelling protagonist, and his journey is one that will stay with readers long after they have finished the book. First Page: TRAVELS IN THE INTERIOR OF AFRICA VOLUME 1 INTRODUCTION Mungo Park was born on the 10th of September, 1771, the son of a farmer at Fowlshiels, near Selkirk. After studying medicine in Edinburgh, he went out, at the age of twenty one, assistant surgeon in a ship bound for the East Indies. When he came back the African Society was in want of an explorer, to take the place of Major Houghton, who had died. Mungo Park volunteered, was accepted, and in his twenty fourth year, on the 22nd of May, 1795, he sailed for the coasts of Senegal, where he arrived in June. Thence he proceeded on the travels of which this book is the record. He was absent from England for a little more than two years and a half; returned a few days before Christmas, 1797. He was then twenty six years old. The African Association published the first edition of his travels as "Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa, 1795 7, by Mungo Park, with an Appendix containing Geographical Illustrations of Africa, by Major Rennell." Park married, and settled at Peebles in medical practice, but was persuaded by the Government to go out again. He sailed from Portsmouth on the 30th of January, 1805, resolved to trace the Niger to its source or perish in the attempt. He perished. The natives attacked him while passing through a narrow strait of the river at Boussa, and killed him, with all that remained of his party, except one slave... Continue reading book >>

Travels in the Interior of Africa — Volume 01 By: Mungo Park (1771-1806)

Travels in the Interior of Africa — Volume 01 by Mungo Park is a fascinating and daring account of the author's journey into the heart of Africa in the late 18th century. Park's writing is vivid and detailed, painting a vivid picture of the landscapes, peoples, and cultures he encounters along the way.

One of the most striking aspects of Park's narrative is his bravery and determination in the face of countless challenges and dangers. From navigating treacherous rivers to surviving encounters with hostile tribes, Park's journey is a testament to the indomitable human spirit.

In addition to the adventure and excitement of Park's travels, the book also offers valuable insights into the history and geography of Africa at the time. Park's observations on the customs and traditions of the African people he encounters are both enlightening and respectful, providing a unique perspective on a continent that was largely unknown to Europeans at the time.

Overall, Travels in the Interior of Africa is a captivating read that offers a window into a world that is both vastly different and remarkably similar to our own. Park's courage and curiosity make him a compelling protagonist, and his journey is one that will stay with readers long after they have finished the book.

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TRAVELS IN THE INTERIOR OF AFRICA VOLUME 1

INTRODUCTION

Mungo Park was born on the 10th of September, 1771, the son of a farmer at Fowlshiels, near Selkirk. After studying medicine in Edinburgh, he went out, at the age of twenty one, assistant surgeon in a ship bound for the East Indies. When he came back the African Society was in want of an explorer, to take the place of Major Houghton, who had died. Mungo Park volunteered, was accepted, and in his twenty fourth year, on the 22nd of May, 1795, he sailed for the coasts of Senegal, where he arrived in June.

Thence he proceeded on the travels of which this book is the record. He was absent from England for a little more than two years and a half; returned a few days before Christmas, 1797. He was then twenty six years old. The African Association published the first edition of his travels as "Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa, 1795 7, by Mungo Park, with an Appendix containing Geographical Illustrations of Africa, by Major Rennell."

Park married, and settled at Peebles in medical practice, but was persuaded by the Government to go out again. He sailed from Portsmouth on the 30th of January, 1805, resolved to trace the Niger to its source or perish in the attempt. He perished. The natives attacked him while passing through a narrow strait of the river at Boussa, and killed him, with all that remained of his party, except one slave... Continue reading book >>

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