Description

""Two Trips To Gorilla Land And The Cataracts Of The Congo V1"" is a travelogue written by Richard F. Burton, detailing his two expeditions to the African continent in the mid-19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part chronicling Burton's journey to Gorilla Land, where he encountered the elusive and feared gorillas for the first time. The second part of the book describes his journey to the Cataracts of the Congo, where he explored the river and the surrounding regions. The book provides a detailed account of the flora, fauna, and people of these regions, as well as Burton's own experiences and observations. The book is an important historical document, providing a glimpse into the colonial era and the early exploration of Africa. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African history, exploration, and adventure.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.