Great African Travellers: From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley (eBook)
409 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737001-7 (EAN)
Kingston himself was deeply influenced by his maritime background and his unwavering interest in geography and exploration. His extensive body of work often reflects his lifelong passion for adventure and learning, which undeniably led him to write this comprehensive account of Africa's most intrepid explorers. His efforts to compile such stories serve both as an education in the heroes of exploration and a testament to the enduring human spirit that seeks to understand the world beyond one's immediate horizon.
'Great African Travellers' offers itself as an essential read for those who share Kingston's fascination with exploration and the unknown. Scholars of the Victorian era will appreciate the book's authenticity and its contribution to the understanding of historical perceptions of Africa. For modern readers, Kingston's work provides a valuable window into the past, encapsulating the bravery, endurance, and intrepid spirit that characterized the age of great explorations. The book is indeed a classic of world literature, acclaimed as much for its scholarly merit as for its ability to capture the imagination of those yearning to rediscover the adventures that shaped our knowledge of the African continent.
William Henry Giles Kingston (1814–1880) was a prolific English writer, renowned for his adventure novels and historical works, often focusing on colonial and nautical themes. Born in London, Kingston's passion for adventure was ignited early through his family's connection to the British colonial administration. He later translated this passion into literature, capturing the imaginations of young and old alike. Kingston was adept at blending accuracy with storytelling, a skill he demonstrated in notable works such as 'Great African Travellers: From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley.' This particular book pays homage to the courageous explorers who charted the African continent, presenting a rich tapestry of geography, cultures, and groundbreaking explorations, which both informs and entertains the reader. Kingston typically employed a literary style that was descriptive and engaging, often using the first-person narrative to draw readers into the experiences of his protagonists. Moreover, his commitment to detailed research and factual integrity allowed his readers to trust the historical contexts he portrayed. As an author, his contributions to young adult literature have been significant, particularly in shaping 19th-century English views on exploration, empire and cultural encounters. Kingston's legacy endures as his works continue to be a reference point for those interested in the romanticized narratives of Victorian-era exploration and adventure.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Reisen ► Reiseführer |
Schlagworte | 19th century explorers • Africa • African exploration history • African travel narratives • colonial Africa travel • David Livingstone biography • Description and travel • discovery and exploration • exploration and colonialism • explorers • geographical discoveries • Henry Morton Stanley adventures • History of Africa • Mungo Park literature • Victorian Era Travelogues |
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