Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa: Including a Sketch of Sixteen Years' Residence in the Interior of Africa
| AUTHOR | Livingstone, David |
| PUBLISHER | Kessinger Publishing (05/23/2010) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
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Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa is a travelogue written by the renowned Scottish explorer and missionary, David Livingstone. The book chronicles Livingstone's extensive travels and research in Southern Africa, including his sixteen-year residence in the interior of Africa. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Livingstone's journey from Cape Town to the interior of Africa, where he explored the Zambezi River and the surrounding areas. Livingstone's descriptions of the landscape, people, and wildlife are vivid and detailed. He also provides insights into the culture and customs of the various tribes he encounters along the way.The second part of the book focuses on Livingstone's missionary work in Africa. He describes his efforts to establish missions and schools, as well as his interactions with local chiefs and leaders. Livingstone's deep respect for the African people and his commitment to their welfare shine through in his writing.Overall, Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on Africa during the 19th century. Livingstone's passion for exploration and his dedication to improving the lives of the African people make this book a compelling read for anyone interested in African history, geography, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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ISBN-13:
9781161625615
ISBN-10:
1161625615
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
752
Carton Quantity:
6
Product Dimensions:
7.00 x 1.56 x 10.00 inches
Weight:
3.32 pound(s)
Country of Origin:
US
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BISAC Categories
Religion | Christian Ministry - Missions
Religion | Africa - South - General
Religion | Adventurers & Explorers
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Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa is a travelogue written by the renowned Scottish explorer and missionary, David Livingstone. The book chronicles Livingstone's extensive travels and research in Southern Africa, including his sixteen-year residence in the interior of Africa. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Livingstone's journey from Cape Town to the interior of Africa, where he explored the Zambezi River and the surrounding areas. Livingstone's descriptions of the landscape, people, and wildlife are vivid and detailed. He also provides insights into the culture and customs of the various tribes he encounters along the way.The second part of the book focuses on Livingstone's missionary work in Africa. He describes his efforts to establish missions and schools, as well as his interactions with local chiefs and leaders. Livingstone's deep respect for the African people and his commitment to their welfare shine through in his writing.Overall, Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on Africa during the 19th century. Livingstone's passion for exploration and his dedication to improving the lives of the African people make this book a compelling read for anyone interested in African history, geography, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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