John Hanning Speke
John Hanning Speke was a British explorer and officer in the British Indian Army who is best known for his expeditions in Africa and for being the first European to reach Lake Victoria, which he identified as the source of the Nile.
Books
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1. Journal of the Discovery of the Source of the Nile
This book is a detailed account of an adventurous exploration to discover the source of the Nile River. The author, an English explorer, recounts his journey through Africa, detailing the various hardships, dangers, and cultural encounters experienced along the way. The narrative culminates in his discovery of Lake Victoria, which he claimed as the Nile's source. The book offers an intriguing look into 19th-century African exploration and the determination that led to one of the era's most significant geographical discoveries.
The 8678th Greatest Book of All Time
