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The Boy Travellers in the Far East - PART FIFTH
ADVENTURES OF TWO YOUTHS IN A JOURNEY - THROUGH AFRICA
By THOMAS W. KNOX.
PREFACE
ILLUSTRATIONS
CHAPTER I. - PREPARATIONS FOR THE JOURNEY.—FROM CAIRO TO KOROSKO.
CHAPTER II. - LEAVING KOROSKO.—EARLY EXPLORERS OF THE NILE VALLEY.
CHAPTER III. - FROM KOROSKO TO ABOO HAMED.—THE NILE AGAIN.—ADVENTURE WITH A CROCODILE.
CHAPTER IV. - BERBER AND SHENDY.—HUNTING THE HIPPOPOTAMUS.—TERRIBLE REVENGE OF AN ETHIOPIAN KING.
CHAPTER V. - LIFE IN KHARTOUM.—DEPARTURE FOR GONDOKORO.
The final volume of this spirited travel series follows two enterprising youths as they set out on an overland trek across the heart of Africa, guided by their seasoned companion, Doctor Bronson. From bustling markets in coastal towns to the vast, sun‑baked plains of the interior, their journey is narrated with lively detail and supported by vivid illustrations that bring each scene to life. Early on, the pair confront the challenges of navigating unfamiliar terrain, learning to read the signs of the land and the customs of the peoples they meet.
Drawing on the accounts of celebrated explorers, the narrative blends factual observation with the boys’ youthful curiosity, offering listeners a blend of adventure and education. Readers hear about encounters with towering wildlife, river crossings on sturdy feluccas, and the rich tapestry of languages and traditions that color the continent. The story invites listeners to share in the wonder of discovery while subtly teaching geography, history, and the value of perseverance.
Full title
The Boy Travellers in the Far East, Part Fifth Adventures of Two Youths in a Journey through Africa Adventures of Two Youths in a Journey through Africa
Language
en
Duration
~12 hours (714K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Annie R. McGuire
Release date
2019-03-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1835–1896
A restless 19th-century journalist and traveler, he turned war reporting and globe-spanning journeys into vivid books that brought faraway places to young readers. His adventures ranged from the American Civil War to voyages across Asia and beyond.
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