Publisher's Synopsis
""5,000 Miles In A Balloon"" is a classic adventure novel written by Frank Hedges Butler in 1907. The story follows the journey of three men - Dr. Ferguson, his friend Dick Kennedy, and a Frenchman named Joe - as they embark on a daring expedition across Africa in a hot air balloon. The trio faces numerous challenges and obstacles as they traverse the continent, including dangerous wildlife, hostile tribes, and treacherous weather conditions. Along the way, they encounter a variety of interesting characters and witness the beauty and diversity of Africa's landscapes and cultures. The novel is filled with thrilling action, suspenseful moments, and vivid descriptions of the African wilderness, making it a timeless classic of adventure literature.With Contributions By The Princess Di Teano, The Honorable Mrs. Assheton Harbord, Mrs. Iltid Nicholl, Lord Northcliffe, And Others.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.
