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The Great Thirst Land - Parker Gillmore - Bog

- A Ride Through Nata, Orange Free State, Transvaal, And Kalahari Desert (1878)

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The Great Thirst Land is a travelogue written by Parker Gillmore in 1878, chronicling his journey through the Nata region, Orange Free State, Transvaal, and Kalahari Desert. The book is a vivid account of his experiences, including descriptions of the landscapes, people, and wildlife he encountered. Gillmore's writing style is engaging and immersive, painting a picture of a harsh but beautiful land, and the challenges faced by those who call it home. The book also touches on the political and social climate of the time, providing a unique perspective on South African history. Overall, The Great Thirst Land is a fascinating read for anyone interested in travel writing, African history, or adventure stories.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781167052620
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 498
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x25 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 658 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 2. december 2024
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The Great Thirst Land is a travelogue written by Parker Gillmore in 1878, chronicling his journey through the Nata region, Orange Free State, Transvaal, and Kalahari Desert. The book is a vivid account of his experiences, including descriptions of the landscapes, people, and wildlife he encountered. Gillmore's writing style is engaging and immersive, painting a picture of a harsh but beautiful land, and the challenges faced by those who call it home. The book also touches on the political and social climate of the time, providing a unique perspective on South African history. Overall, The Great Thirst Land is a fascinating read for anyone interested in travel writing, African history, or adventure stories.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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