Shifts and expedients of camp life, travel & exploration by Lord and Baines
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About this eBook
| Author | Lord, William Barry, 1825-1884 |
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| Author | Baines, Thomas, 1820-1875 |
| LoC No. | 05037246 |
| Title | Shifts and expedients of camp life, travel & exploration |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Shifts and Expedients of Camp Life, Travel & Exploration" by W.B. Lord and T. Baines is a practical guide focused on preparing for and navigating various challenges of exploration, written in the late 19th century. The authors share their combined experiences as English explorers who have journeyed through diverse terrains, offering insights into the necessary equipment and techniques for surviving and thriving in unfamiliar environments. The book aims to equip would-be adventurers with knowledge on outfitting, making improvised tools, and managing practical difficulties encountered during travels. At the start of the text, the authors establish a friendly tone reminiscent of seasoned adventurers sharing wisdom with novices. They differentiate between various traveler types— military officers, hunters, traders, and families—while detailing the specific gear needed for each. They emphasize the importance of resourcefulness, as they intend to guide readers on how to adjust their gear for a range of climates and conditions, from the jungles of Central India to the wilderness of Australia. The introduction sets the stage for a detailed examination of equipment selection, including clothing, tools, and cooking necessities, while advocating for self-reliance and creativity in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46446 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 122 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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