Major Harris's Sports And Adventures In Africa (1843) - William Cornwallis Harris - Bog

Major Harris's Sports and Adventures in Africa is a book written by William Cornwallis Harris in 1843. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences in Africa while he was serving as a British military officer. The book is divided into two parts, the first part is about the author's adventures in the interior of Africa and the second part is about his hunting expeditions.In the first part, the author describes his journey from Cape Town to the interior of Africa. He talks about the different tribes he encountered, their customs, and their way of life. He also describes the landscape and the wildlife he saw along the way.In the second part, the author talks about his hunting expeditions in Africa. He describes the different animals he hunted, including elephants, lions, and rhinoceroses. He also talks about the challenges he faced while hunting and the techniques he used to overcome them.The book is considered an important historical document as it provides a first-hand account of Africa during the 19th century. It also sheds light on the attitudes of Europeans towards Africa and its people during that time. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in African history, wildlife, and adventure.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.