Although Western explorers have been drawn to the beauty and mystery of the Blue Nile since Europeans first walked along the shores of Lake Tana centuries ago, the river was never fully mapped until thirty years ago. The river' s predatory wildlife and the force of its waters are so daunting and perilous that as recently as 1962, no one had succeeded in journeying its length by boat. But that is the goal of the expedition that renowned biographer and journalist Virginia Morell takes readers on in this extraordinary ...
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Although Western explorers have been drawn to the beauty and mystery of the Blue Nile since Europeans first walked along the shores of Lake Tana centuries ago, the river was never fully mapped until thirty years ago. The river' s predatory wildlife and the force of its waters are so daunting and perilous that as recently as 1962, no one had succeeded in journeying its length by boat. But that is the goal of the expedition that renowned biographer and journalist Virginia Morell takes readers on in this extraordinary narrative: to travel the Blue Nile' s length by raft in a single, unbroken journey--from Ethiopia to the Sudan. Imbuing "Blue Nile with fascinating depth and invaluable perspective, Morell underscores her own crew' s riveting, action-packed adventure with the stories of various Nile expeditions throughout history. She also delivers a vivid portrait of the history of the people who inhabit the gorge, affording readers an unprecedented understanding of the current political unrest and a bracing account of the fierce border war being waged between Ethiopian and Eritrean military forces.
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Very good. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. The spine remains undamaged. An ex-library book and may have standard library stamps and/or stickers. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.
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Good in good dust jacket. Ex-library. Ex-lib w/minimal markings, Corners are sharp, binding is tight, text pages are clean, DJ w/barcode on front, lib clear cover attached. . 336 p. Contains: Illustrations. Cream boards and blue cloth spine w/red metallic lettering
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Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Good. 2001 edition. Glossy illustrated paper cover is good with minor edge wear. Binding is good. Page edges have a few small stains. Pages are clean and unmarked. LO.
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LIKE NEW in LIKE NEW jacket. 6.44 x 1.25 x 9.4 inches. pp. 336. Publisher: National Geographic; 1st edition (June 1, 2001) Language: English HARDBOUND: 336 pages ISBN-10: 0792279514 ISBN-13: 978-0792279518 Item Weight: 1.42 POUNDS Dimensions: 6.44 x 1.25 x 9.4 inches LIKE NEW Condition. Offers an exciting account of the author's adventure-filled experiences on a National Geographic expedition along the Blue Nile River through Ethiopia as she describes her encounters with crocodiles, dangerous white water, and violent political unrest along the way. Reprint.
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Very Good Condition in Good jacket. Text has some marking, Dust Jacket has some minor shelf wear. Quantity Available: 1. ISBN: 0792279514. ISBN/EAN: 9780792279518. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 1560742411.
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As New in Good jacket. Book appears new, Dust Jacket has very minor wear. Quantity Available: 1. ISBN: 0792279514. ISBN/EAN: 9780792279518. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 1560742410.
