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What Led to the Discovery of the Source of the Nile
In "What Led to the Discovery of the Source of the Nile," John Hanning Speke embarks on a meticulous exploration of one of the most significant geographical quests of the Victorian era. Speke combines detailed observations, personal anecdotes, and an empirical approach to recount his perilous journey through central Africa, blending elements of travel literature and scientific inquiry. Written in a period marked by fervent interest in African exploration, Speke's narrative is not merely an adventure tale; it also engages with the era's colonial mindset and the complex interplay of ambition, discovery, and the consequences of imperialism. John Hanning Speke, an English explorer born in 1827, ...
The Lancet
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