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Adams, W. H. Davenport (William Henry Davenport), 1828-1891 |
| Title |
Some Heroes of Travel
or, Chapters from the History of Geographical Discovery and Enterprise
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Sir Marco Polo, the Venetian, and his travels in Asia -- Mr. George F. Ruxton, and his adventures in Mexico and the Rocky Mountains -- Doctor Barth, and Central Africa -- Mr. Thomas Witlam Atkinson, and his adventures in Siberia and Central Asia -- Alexina Tinné, and her wanderings in the Sudan -- Mr. J. A, MacGahan, and campaigning on the Oxus -- Colonel Egerton Warburton, and exploration in West Australia -- Major Burnaby, and a ride to Khiva -- Sir Samuel Baker, and the sources of the Nile.
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| Credits |
This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
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| Summary |
"Some Heroes of Travel" by W. H. Davenport Adams is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This engaging work highlights the adventures and narratives of notable explorers, showcasing the importance and excitement of geographical discovery. It particularly focuses on the journeys of various explorers, from Marco Polo's travels in Asia to modern-day adventurers in Africa and the Americas. The opening of the text introduces the idea that modern explorers have experiences as thrilling as their historical counterparts. The preface asserts the educational value of learning geography through the explorations of distinguished travelers, aiming to provide enjoyable and enriching content for the youth. It suggests a collection of compelling stories that encompass a range of locations and circumstances, promising moments of danger, endurance, and the drive for discovery, alongside a recognition of the contributions of adventurers from various backgrounds, including women. This sets the stage for a fascinating exploration of geographical endeavors, appealing to anyone intrigued by travel and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
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| Subject |
Discoveries in geography
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| Subject |
Explorers
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
42749 |
| Release Date |
May 20, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 22, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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