Journal Of A Trip To The Algerine Territory, In 1837 (1847)

By William Lumsden

Book Overview

""Journal of a Trip to the Algerine Territory, in 1837"" is a travelogue written by William Lumsden in 1847. The book chronicles Lumsden's journey to Algeria, a French colony at the time, in 1837. Lumsden was an Englishman who traveled to Algeria as part of a scientific expedition, which aimed to study the geography, geology, flora, and fauna of the region. The book provides a detailed account of Lumsden's experiences during his trip, including his interactions with local people, his observations of the landscape and wildlife, and his encounters with French colonial officials. Lumsden's writing is descriptive and vivid, providing readers with a sense of the sights, sounds, and smells of Algeria in the mid-19th century. In addition to his travelogue, Lumsden also includes several appendices to the book, which provide additional information on the geography, geology, and natural history of Algeria. These appendices include detailed descriptions of the flora and fauna of the region, as well as geological surveys and maps. Overall, ""Journal of a Trip to the Algerine Territory, in 1837"" is a fascinating historical document that provides insight into the experiences of a 19th-century traveler in Algeria. Lumsden's writing is engaging and informative, and the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and natural history of Algeria.""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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166149307
• ISBN13: 9781166149307
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"