Les Explorateurs du Centre de l'Afrique by Édouard-Joseph) l'Abbé (Durand Durand

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Author Durand, l'Abbé (Durand, Édouard-Joseph), 1832-1881
Title Les Explorateurs du Centre de l'Afrique
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Summary "Les Explorateurs du Centre de l'Afrique" by Édouard-Joseph l'Abbé (Durand Durand) is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This book delves into the explorations of Central Africa, highlighting the voyages and discoveries made by various explorers over the centuries. It provides detailed insights into the geography, peoples, and natural resources of the region, countering previously held misconceptions about Africa being predominantly arid and uninhabitable. The book chronicles the significant expeditions in Central Africa, starting from the early knowledge by ancient Egyptians to the exploratory efforts of modern European explorers. It narrates the journeys of figures like David Livingstone, who traversed numerous landscapes and encountered diverse cultures while unraveling the mysteries of the continent's geography. The text also discusses various lakes and rivers, their connections, and the impact of these explorations on trade routes, documentation of flora and fauna, and the historical context of colonization and the slave trade in Africa. Overall, it emphasizes the rich complexity of the central African region and its critical place in the broader narrative of exploration and discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Africa, Central -- Discovery and exploration
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