My Life With Stanley's Rear Guard (1891)

My Life With Stanley�������s Rear Guard is a memoir written by Herbert Ward, a British artist and explorer who accompanied the famous explorer Henry Morton Stanley on his expedition to Africa in 1887. The book details Ward's experiences during the expedition, which was aimed at rescuing Emin Pasha, the governor of Equatoria, who was under siege by rebels in the Congo. Ward was part of the rear guard, which was responsible for protecting the expedition from attacks by hostile African tribes. The book provides a vivid account of the difficult and dangerous conditions that the expedition faced, including treacherous terrain, disease, and attacks by hostile tribes. Ward also describes the personalities of the various members of the expedition, including Stanley himself, and the challenges they faced in working together. My Life With Stanley�������s Rear Guard is a fascinating historical document that offers a unique perspective on one of the most famous expeditions of the late 19th century. It is also a testament to the courage and resilience of the men who undertook this perilous journey into the heart of 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.