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Travels in the Interior of Africa


Mungo Park; John Keay


The Folio Society 1991

Binding:  Hardback  |  Condition: Very Good  | 

Pleasant blue cloth Folio Society edition of Park's account of his astonishing late 18th century expedition to central africa where he became the first westerner to reach and travels sections of the Niger river. An interesting topographical and sociological study, where Park observes the slave trade, african medicine and architecture; as well as an exciting account of his adventures, including his capture and escape from a Moorish prison. With b/w maps and images. Complete with slipcase. Some toning to slipcase. Light fading to gilt on spine, contents bright and clean. Very good.

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