Publisher's Synopsis
""A Journey to Ashango-Land: and Further Penetration into Equatorial Africa"" is a non-fiction book written by Paul Belloni Du Chaillu, first published in 1867. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels and adventures in Central Africa during the mid-19th century. Du Chaillu, a French-American explorer, set out on a mission to explore the uncharted regions of Equatorial Africa, accompanied by a group of local guides and porters. The book chronicles his journey through the dense rainforests, across treacherous rivers, and into the heart of the African continent. The author provides a vivid description of the landscapes, wildlife, and people he encountered on his journey. He also documents the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the various tribes he encountered, providing valuable insights into the culture of the region. The book is divided into chapters, each detailing a different aspect of his journey, including his encounters with gorillas, elephants, and other wild animals. Du Chaillu also describes his interactions with the local tribes, their languages, and their way of life. Overall, ""A Journey to Ashango-Land: and Further Penetration into Equatorial Africa"" is a fascinating account of one man's expedition into the unknown territories of Central Africa. It remains an important historical document, providing a glimpse into a time and place that has long since disappeared.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.
