Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Narrative of an Expedition to the Zambesi and Its Tributaries: And of the Discovery of the Lakes Shirwa and Nyassa 1858-1864"" is a travelogue written by the renowned Scottish explorer and missionary, David Livingstone. The book chronicles Livingstone's journey to explore the Zambesi River and its surrounding areas, as well as his discovery of the lakes Shirwa and Nyassa, located in what is now Malawi.The book is divided into two parts. The first part details Livingstone's initial journey to the Zambesi River in 1858, during which he encountered numerous challenges, including hostile locals and difficult terrain. Despite these obstacles, Livingstone persevered and eventually reached the river, where he began his exploration of the surrounding area.The second part of the book focuses on Livingstone's discovery of the lakes Shirwa and Nyassa. He describes his journey to these lakes, including the difficulties he faced in navigating the unfamiliar terrain and dealing with the local tribes. Livingstone also provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the region.Throughout the book, Livingstone provides insights into the culture and customs of the local tribes he encounters, as well as his own thoughts and reflections on his experiences. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the places he visited.Overall, ""Narrative of an Expedition to the Zambesi and Its Tributaries: And of the Discovery of the Lakes Shirwa and Nyassa 1858-1864"" is an engaging and informative account of Livingstone's travels and discoveries in southern Africa. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and the natural world.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.
