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Story Of Emin's Rescue As Told In Stanley's Letters (1889)

Story Of Emin's Rescue As Told In Stanley's Letters (1889)

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The Story Of Emin�������s Rescue As Told In Stanley�������s Letters (1889) is a book written by Henry Morton Stanley, an explorer and journalist who is best known for his expeditions in Africa. The book is a collection of letters that Stanley wrote to his newspaper, The New York Herald, detailing his efforts to rescue Emin Pasha, a governor in Equatoria (now part of South Sudan) who was under siege during the Mahdist War. The letters provide a vivid and detailed account of Stanley's journey through the African wilderness, including his encounters with hostile tribes, dangerous wildlife, and treacherous terrain. They also offer insight into the political and military situation in Africa at the time, as well as the motivations and personalities of the key players involved in the rescue mission.Throughout the book, Stanley portrays himself as a heroic figure, driven by a sense of duty and a desire to save Emin from certain death. He also describes his interactions with Emin and other members of his party, painting a picture of a man who was both courageous and deeply troubled by the violence and suffering he witnessed.Overall, The Story Of Emin�������s Rescue As Told In Stanley�������s Letters (1889) is a fascinating and compelling read for anyone interested in the history of African exploration, colonialism, and the complex relationships between Western powers and African leaders during the late 19th century.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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BrandKessinger Publishing, LLC
Pub dateDec 7, 2009
ISBN-101120791154
ISBN-139781120791153
LanguageEnglish
Dimensions9 × 0.56 × 6 in
Weight1 lb
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