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The Lure Of Africa (1917)

The Lure Of Africa (1917)

Patton, Cornelius Howard

Paperback

Travel WritingFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1164173138
ISBN13: 9781164173137
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Lure of Africa is a non-fiction book written by Cornelius Howard Patton and originally published in 1917. The book is a personal account of the author's experiences and adventures during his travels in Africa. Patton was a well-known American big game hunter and explorer who spent several years in Africa, hunting and exploring the continent's vast wilderness.In the book, Patton describes his encounters with various African wildlife, including elephants, lions, and rhinoceroses. He also provides insights into the cultures and traditions of the indigenous people he met during his travels. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the African landscape, from the savannas and deserts to the lush rainforests.Patton's writing style is engaging and descriptive, making the reader feel as though they are right there with him on his adventures. The book also includes numerous photographs taken by Patton during his travels, providing a visual record of his experiences.Overall, The Lure of Africa is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the African continent during a time when it was still largely unexplored by Westerners.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.

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