#46069
Mentioned in 1 episodes
A Walk Across Africa; or, Domestic Scenes from My Nile Journal
Book • 2002
James Augustus Grant's "A Walk Across Africa" details his expedition with John Hanning Speke to find the source of the Nile.
The book provides a firsthand account of their travels, challenges, and discoveries.
Grant's narrative offers valuable insights into the geography and cultures of East Africa.
It also highlights the crucial role of Sidi Mubarak Bombay as their interpreter and factotum.
The book remains a significant contribution to the historical record of African exploration and the search for the Nile's source.
It offers a detailed perspective on the logistical and interpersonal aspects of such a challenging expedition.
The book provides a firsthand account of their travels, challenges, and discoveries.
Grant's narrative offers valuable insights into the geography and cultures of East Africa.
It also highlights the crucial role of Sidi Mubarak Bombay as their interpreter and factotum.
The book remains a significant contribution to the historical record of African exploration and the search for the Nile's source.
It offers a detailed perspective on the logistical and interpersonal aspects of such a challenging expedition.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 1 episodes
Mentioned by ![undefined]()
Holly Fry
12 snips
Sidi Mubarak Bombay
