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Author: Roualeyn Gordon-Cumming
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Published: 2024-03-04
Total Pages: 150
ISBN-13: 3387317220
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Author: G. Henty
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Published: 2020-03-19
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781648690563
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Author: A. George Henty
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Published: 2007-04-01
Total Pages: 116
ISBN-13: 9781428071186
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Roualeyn Gordon-Cumming
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Published: 2024-03-04
Total Pages: 149
ISBN-13: 3387317239
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Author: Roualeyn Gordon-Cumming
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Published: 2024-01-03
Total Pages: 96
ISBN-13: 936142212X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Forest and Frontiers" by Roualeyn Gordon-Cumming is a captivating travelogue and adventure narrative that immerses readers into the heart of Africa's wilderness during the Victorian era. As a seasoned naturalist, Gordon-Cumming embarks on an exhilarating expedition into the untamed landscapes of Africa, delving deep into the mysteries of its biodiversity and cultural diversity. Through vivid descriptions and evocative storytelling, Gordon-Cumming takes readers on a safari of discovery, encountering a mesmerizing array of wildlife and indigenous peoples along the way. From the majestic lions prowling the savannas to the vibrant cultures of African tribes, every page of this travelogue is brimming with the wonders of the continent. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, "Forest and Frontiers" captures the spirit of exploration and adventure that defined the age of discovery. Gordon-Cumming's keen observations and reverence for nature shine through in every chapter, as he chronicles his encounters with the wilderness and advocates for its conservation. More than just a travelogue, "Forest and Frontiers" is a testament to the enduring allure of Africa and the importance of preserving its natural beauty for future generations. Through his expedition, Gordon-Cumming invites readers to join him on a journey of exploration and appreciation for the wonders of the African wilderness.
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Roualeyn Gordon Cumming
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2018-08-14
Total Pages: 84
ISBN-13: 9781725176324
DOWNLOAD EBOOKForest and Frontiers Or, Adventures Among the Indians: Large Print Roualeyn Gordon-Cumming The most daring and adventurous of all hunters is Mr. Roualeyn Gordon Cumming. Being an officer in the British service at the Cape of Good Hope, his love of hunting adventures led him to resign his commission in the army, and devote himself for five years to exploring the interior of Africa, and hunting wild beasts. We shall quote his own account of some of his adventures. The first incident of his career, to which we invite the reader's attention, is one which he calls an attack on four patriarchal lions. It occurred in the interior of Africa, not far from the junction of the rivers Mariqua and Limpopo. He thus describes it. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.
Author: G. A. Henty
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Published: 2015-06-26
Total Pages: 120
ISBN-13: 9781514711989
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"The most daring and adventurous of all hunters is Mr. Roualeyn Gordon Cumming. Being an officer in the British service at the Cape of Good Hope, his love of hunting adventures led him to resign his commission in the army, and devote himself for five years to exploring the interior of Africa, and hunting wild beasts. We shall quote his own account of some of his adventures. The first incident of his career, to which we invite the reader's attention, is one which he calls an attack on four patriarchal lions. It occurred in the interior of Africa, not far from the junction of the rivers Mariqua and Limpopo. He thus describes it." -George Alfred Henty "Some of us moderns may lament the decadence of the age of chivalry, but the bold and enterprising go forth to discover new fields for the disport of their wild impulses, and dare the extremest perils for the sake of days and hours of joyous exuberance and nerve-bracing excitement. To this class of men belongs the subject of our illustration. His active temperament sought employment and indulgence in exploits that have made his name famous, as a 'mighty hunter,' both in the eastern and western hemispheres." -The London Journal: and Weekly Record of Literature, Science, and Art, Volume 23, 1856
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Published: 1851
Total Pages: 480
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Andro Linklater
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published: 2009-05-26
Total Pages: 340
ISBN-13: 0802718507
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