Travels And Adventures In Abyssinia And Nubia, 1768-1773, To Discover The Source Of The Nile

Travels and Adventures in Abyssinia and Nubia, 1768-1773, to Discover the Source of the Nile is a book written by James Bruce. The book chronicles Bruce's travels and explorations in Abyssinia (modern-day Ethiopia) and Nubia (modern-day Sudan) from 1768 to 1773. The primary objective of Bruce's travels was to discover the source of the Nile River, which had been a mystery for centuries. The book is divided into five volumes, each detailing a different stage of Bruce's journey. In the first volume, Bruce describes his journey from Cairo to Abyssinia, including his encounters with various tribes and the difficulties he faced in crossing the desert. In the second volume, Bruce explores Abyssinia, describing its people, culture, and geography. In the third volume, Bruce sets out on his quest to find the source of the Nile, traveling through the highlands of Abyssinia and encountering various obstacles along the way. In the fourth volume, Bruce reaches the Blue Nile and follows it to its source in Lake Tana. The fifth and final volume of the book details Bruce's journey through Nubia, including his encounters with the Nubian people and his exploration of the Nile River. Throughout the book, Bruce provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna he encounters, as well as the customs and traditions of the people he meets. Travels and Adventures in Abyssinia and Nubia, 1768-1773, to Discover the Source of the Nile is a seminal work in the history of African exploration and remains a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Ethiopia, Sudan, and the Nile River.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.