The narrative traces the dramatic quests to discover the source of the Nile, following rival explorers driven by ambition, faith, and obsession. It reveals the perilous journeys through uncharted Africa, the personal sacrifices and betrayals involved, and how the pursuit of glory and scientific discovery shaped Victorian ideals and imperial expansion.
Dimensions:
24 x 16 x 4.3 cm
Format:
Hardcover with dust jacket
Publisher:
Faber And Faber