Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People (eBook)

Paul B. Du Chaillu (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
194 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654722511-9 (EAN)

Infos

In 'Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People' by Paul B. Du Chaillu, readers are transported to the mysterious world of the African jungles, where the author's encounters with gorillas are vividly recounted. Written in a captivating and engaging style, the book combines adventure with natural history, making it a perfect blend of education and entertainment for young readers. Du Chaillu's detailed descriptions of the gorillas and their habitat provide valuable insights into the lives of these magnificent creatures, enhancing the reader's understanding of the animal kingdom. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century exploration and discovery, the book offers a unique perspective on Africa's wildlife and landscapes, sparking curiosity and fostering a sense of wonder in young minds. Paul B. Du Chaillu's firsthand experiences and passion for nature shine through in 'Stories of the Gorilla Country,' making it a captivating read for both children and adults interested in wildlife and adventure.

Autor

Paul Belloni Du Chaillu (1831-1903) was a pioneering French-American traveler and anthropologist, best known for his exploratory expeditions in West Africa and for being the first modern outsider to confirm the existence of gorillas, and later the Pygmy people. He was a prolific writer, bringing the mysteries of the African forests to the attention of the Western world through his descriptive accounts and lectures. Among his notable works is 'Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People' (1868), a book that captures the essence of his adventures and observations in a format accessible to the young readers of his time. Du Chaillu's literary style often blended factual reporting with a sense of wonder and adventure, making his narratives compelling and educational. His contribution to the fields of ethnography and zoology during the 19th century, as well as to literature, was significant as he worked to demystify the African continent and its inhabitants for a curious and often incredulous audience. His works live on as a testament to the richly diverse cultures and wildlife he studied and shared with an international audience.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Zoologie
• Schlagworte: 19th century explorers • Africa • African adventure • African adventure stories • American author • cultural exploration • Description and travel • Educational Storytelling • Exploration literature • exploration narratives • gorilla wildlife tales • History of Africa • illustrated adventure • jungle adventure fiction • jungle survival • natural history for children • Paul B. Du Chaillu books • Victorian Era • Victorian era exploration • West • wildlife exploration • young readers travel • youth educational travel • youth narrative