Travels In West Africa Mary Kingsley Brand New Folio Society [2007]

Description Travels In West Africa by Mary Kingsley Upon her sudden freedom from family obligations (with the deaths of her parents), Mary Kingsley, a sheltered Victorian spinster (some may say an eccentric), traded her stifling middle-class existence for an incredible expedition in the Congo. Mary Kingsley traversed uncharted regions of West Africa alone, on foot, collecting specimens of local fauna and trading with natives – a remarkable feat in any era, but particularly for a woman of the 1890s. After hacking her way through jungles, being fired upon by hostile tribesmen and attacked by wild animals, Kingsley emerged with no complaint more serious than a pair of tired feet. She undertook her exploits in the traditional garb (black in respect of her dead parents) of her era but lived as a native, and she found herself drawn into the life and problems of the region: its diversity of customs and beliefs; its geography and natural history; its trade network; the impact of missionaries; and many other issues of the day. Her account of her experiences, suffused with an infectious good humour, was published to immediate success in 1897 and remains a compelling tale of adventure. Folio Society No. 405 reissued with minor emendations, with a new binding and with new illustrations. Features; Folio Society Unknown Impression Publisher Folio Society, London; [2007] Cream Cloth Hardback, 260 pp Black & white plates. Size 240 x 160mm, 1kg Condition: Brand New – Still In Original Unopened Cellophane Wrap 5 Good Reasons To BUY NOW !!! FREE UK Delivery, Overseas Postage at Reduced Rate Superfast Delivery – I always try to post within 24 hrs of payment to ensure you get your book(s) as quickly as possible. Professional Packaging – I always use Top Quality packaging products to ensure you receive your item in the condition it was sent. Member of IOBA – “The books you want…from sellers you can trust”, www.ioba.org 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed – If you are not 100% satisfied with your book then simply return it for a refund HCBOOKSONLINE Love Books – Love My Website If you require any further information please email me.