Story Of The Niger: A Record Of Travel And Adventure From The Days Of Mungo Park To The Present Time

""Story Of The Niger"" is a historical travelogue written by Robert Richardson in 1893. The book chronicles the exploration of the Niger River in Africa from the time of Mungo Park's travels in the late 18th century to the present day (at the time of writing). Richardson draws on his own experiences traveling the Niger River, as well as the accounts of other explorers and historians, to provide a detailed and vivid portrait of the region and its people. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the geography and natural history of the Niger River to the cultures and customs of the various tribes that inhabit its banks. It also delves into the politics and economics of the region, including the impact of European colonialism and the slave trade. ""Story Of The Niger"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in African history and exploration.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.