The River Nile was the cradle of one of the world's greatest civilisations; it also posed for many centuries the world's most intriguing geographic enigma: where on Earth might lie the source of such an important river, and has anyone ever seen it? This book tells the story of all the adventures and travellers who tackled the mystery of the Nile and the secret of its source, from Livingstone to Stanley, and from Schweinfurth to Miani. It also tells the intricate history of the gradual exploration of the course of the river ...
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The River Nile was the cradle of one of the world's greatest civilisations; it also posed for many centuries the world's most intriguing geographic enigma: where on Earth might lie the source of such an important river, and has anyone ever seen it? This book tells the story of all the adventures and travellers who tackled the mystery of the Nile and the secret of its source, from Livingstone to Stanley, and from Schweinfurth to Miani. It also tells the intricate history of the gradual exploration of the course of the river and its tributaries, from the ancient Egyptians to Napoleon's conquest; from the British expedition to Abyssinia to the Egyptian invasion of Sudan and General Gordon's epic death in Khartoum.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.
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Near fine in near fine jacket. Illustrated (color). 351 pages. Folio, stamped green cloth, dust wrapper. Edison, NJ: Chartwell Books, (2002). A near fine copy.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Color & b/w Illustrations. Very Good in J Very Good jacket. Folio-over 12"-15" tall Folio, 351pp illustrated porfusely with reproduction maps and plates highlighting the history and discovery of the Nile River. [large heavy book, shipping at cost]
