French enterprise in Africa : the personal narrative of Lieut. Hourst of his…
"French Enterprise in Africa: The Personal Narrative of Lieut. Hourst of His Exploration of the Niger" is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the adventurous voyage of Lieutenant Hourst as he explores the Niger River, emphasizing the challenges and experiences of his expedition as well as his interactions with various tribes along the way. The narrative is infused with the author's perspectives on colonialism, the rivalrybetween France and England, and the complexities of navigating relationships with local populations. The opening of the narrative introduces Lieutenant Hourst's mission to explore the Niger and its significance as a route for trade and civilization in Africa. It discusses the background of previous explorers, including Dr. David Barth, whose work influenced Hourst's journey. The text outlines the Lieutenant's efforts to maintain peaceful relations with local tribes, which he successfully achieves despite common hostilities faced by other expeditions. This part of the book sets a tone of determination and resilience, highlighting Hourst’s belief in the importance of exploration for the betterment of both French colonial ambitions and the communities he encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hourst, 1864-1940 |
|---|---|
| Translator | D'Anvers, N., 1844-1933 |
| LoC No. | 05014410 |
| Title | French enterprise in Africa : the personal narrative of Lieut. Hourst of his exploration of the Niger |
| Original Publication | London: Chapman & Hall, Ld., 1898. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Galo Flordelis (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | French -- Sudan |
| Subject | Tuaregs |
| Subject | Niger River -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Mali -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 71649 |
| Release Date | Sep 14, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 197 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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