Nyassa: A Journal Of Adventures Whilst Exploring Lake Nyassa, Central Africa And Establishing The Settlement Of Livingstonia (1877)

By Edward Daniel Young

Book Overview

Nyassa is a travel journal written by Edward Daniel Young, chronicling his adventures while exploring Lake Nyassa in Central Africa and establishing the settlement of Livingstonia in 1877. The book provides a detailed account of Young's experiences in Africa, including his encounters with the native tribes, his struggles with the harsh terrain, and his efforts to establish a Christian mission and trading post in the region. The journal also includes descriptions of the flora and fauna of the area, as well as the customs and traditions of the local people. Young's writing is vivid and engaging, offering readers a firsthand glimpse into the challenges and rewards of exploring a remote and unfamiliar land. Overall, Nyassa is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the early days of European exploration and colonization in Africa.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original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: 1437105041
• ISBN13: 9781437105049
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"