Journal of the Discovery of the Source of the Nile by John Hanning Speke
by Captain Speke, of Her Majesty's Indian Army, Fellow and Gold Medallist of the Royal Geographical Society, Hon. Corresponding Member and Gold Medallist of the French Geographical Society, and Honorary Member of the Geographical Society of Italy
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 11571st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1863
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 56th on Extreme Classics: The 100 Greatest Adventure Books of All Time (National Geographic Adventure Magazine)