Heinrich Barth Livres

En 1849, le gouvernement anglais offre a Heinrich Barth de prendre part a l'expedition que James Richardson et Adolf Overweg etaient sur le point d'entreprendre en Afrique. Le but principal de ce voyage etait d'ouvrir le Soudan au commerce europeen et de substituer au trafic des hommes celui des richesses naturelles du pays L'expedition partit de Tripoli le 2 avril 1850. Le 6 mai elle atteignait Mourzouk ou les voyageurs sejournerent plus d'un mois. De la ils se dirigerent vers l'Air, contree totalement inconnue des Europeens. Apres les disparitions successives de Richardson (mars 1851) puis d'Overweg (septembre 1852), Barth restait seul pour achever l'entreprise. Ayant recu de nouveaux moyens financiers du gouvernement anglais, Heinrich Barth se decida a reprendre son exploration vers des terres inconnues. Il atteignit Tombouctou le 7 septembre 1853. Pendant plus d'un an, l'absence totale de nouvelles de lui fit craindre sa disparition. Un de ses compatriotes, Vogel, fut meme envoye a sa recherche. Le 1er decembre 1854, Heinrich Barth rencontrait Vogel, le premier Europeen qu'il eut vu depuis plus de deux ans. Ayant passe l'hiver a Kouka, il quitta la capitale du Bornou en mai pour arriver a Marseille en septembre 1855, apres une absence de pres de six ans Le texte que nous proposons ici est le resume de ces voyages qui se sont etales de 1849 et 1855.

Heinrich Barth, a German explorer, undertakes a six-year journey through North and Central Africa in the mid-19th century. Barth's journey is a pioneering effort to understand the human, cultural, and natural wealth of the African continent. This book is a must-read for anybody interested in early African exploration and the ethnography of the continent.

Immerse yourself in the world of 19th century exploration with this thrilling journal of Heinrich Barth's journey through North and Central Africa. From encounters with exotic animals and dangerous tribes to the beauty of the desert landscape and the rich culture of the people he met along the way, Barth's journal is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. This is a must-read for anyone interested in African history or exploration.

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Focusing on African exploration and ethnography, this pioneering work is recognized for its significant contributions to the understanding of African cultures. Cited by Darwin, it remains a vital resource for scholars and readers interested in the complexities of African societies and their rich cultural heritage.

The book is a groundbreaking exploration of African cultures and ethnography, recognized for its significant contributions to the field. Cited by Darwin, it remains an essential reference for understanding the complexities of African societies and their diverse traditions. Its insights into cultural practices and social structures continue to be valued in contemporary discussions of anthropology and history.