| Author |
Clapperton, Hugh, 1788-1827 |
| Contributor |
Salamé, Abraham V. |
| Contributor |
Barrow, John, Sir, 1764-1848 |
| Contributor |
Clapperton, Samuel |
| Contributor |
Lander, Richard, 1804-1834 |
| LoC No. |
05008625
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| Title |
Journal of a second expedition into the interior of Africa, from the Bight of Benin to Soccatoo : To which is added, the journal of Richard Lander from Kano to the sea-coast, partly by a more eastern route.
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| Original Publication |
London: John Murray, 1829.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Galo Flordelis (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Journal of a Second Expedition into the Interior of Africa, from the Bight of Benin to Soccattoo" by Captain Hugh Clapperton is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles Clapperton's explorations and encounters in Africa as he seeks to open diplomatic and trade relations with local chiefs and explore the geography and cultures of the region. It is a firsthand account that details both the journey and the challenges faced by the expedition team. At the start of the journal, Clapperton describes the preparations for the expedition, which includes traversing from Badagry, along various towns, and setting out with a party that faces the harsh realities of an uncharted and hostile environment. The opening sections of the journal highlight initial interactions with African chiefs, the logistics of traveling, and the challenges of dealing with illnesses afflicting team members along the journey. Clapperton's detailed observations not only provide insights into the cultural practices of the local populations but also unveil the natural landscape and difficulties inherent in traversing northern Africa at that time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| Subject |
Sudan (Region) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71961 |
| Release Date |
Oct 26, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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