Henry Davenport Northrop (1836–1909)
Autore di Life and Works of Rev. Charles H. Spurgeon
Sull'Autore
Opere di Henry Davenport Northrop
Earth, Sea and Sky, or Marvels of the Universe, Being a Full and Graphic Description of All That is Wonderful in Every… (1887) 13 copie
Beautiful gems of thought and sentiment: Being a vast treasury of choice productions in poetry, prose and song from the (1890) 7 copie
Marvelous wonders of the whole world being an account of thrilling adventures, famous sights, celebrated voyages, and… (2017) 7 copie
The Peerless Reciter or Popular Program: Containing the Choicest Recitations and Readings from the Best Authors... (2012) 6 copie
Royal treasury 3 copie
Charming Bible stories: Written in simple language and embracing the whole narrative of the Old and New Testaments ;… (1894) 3 copie
Four centuries of progress, or, Panorama of American history from the discovery of the American continent to the… (1893) 2 copie
The Household Encyclopedia of Business and Social Forms Containg the Rules of Etiquette for All Occasions; . Courtship,… (1893) 2 copie
Life and public services of Hon. James G. Blaine, "the plumed knight" : containing a full account of his early life;… (2012) 2 copie
Young people's speaker: Being a choice treasury of new and popular recitations, readings, dialogues, original and… (2010) 2 copie
Wonders of the animal kingdom 2 copie
Pictorial History of the United States: From the discovery of the American continent to the present time. . . including… (1901) 1 copia
The World's Best Literature 1 copia
The Gem Cyclopedia of Universal Knowledge, Being a Complete Treasury of Information for Everyday Use.... (1896) 1 copia
Life and Achievements of Jay Gould, the Wizard of Wall Street [microform]: Being a Complete and Graphic Account of the… (2021) 1 copia
Story of the New world 1 copia
The World's Fair as seen in one hundred days: Containing a complete history of the World's Columbian… (1893) 1 copia
Wonderful Developments of The Nineteenth Century Containing a full and graphic account of the achievement of one… (1900) 1 copia
American Star Speaker: Educator and Entertainer, a Standard Work on Composition and Oratory (1901) 1 copia
The marvelous story of Christ and His apostles : containing the life of Our Savior from the lowly manger to His sublime… (1906) 1 copia
Geschichte der Neuen Welt 1 copia
New Popular Speaker and Writer 1 copia
Excelsior Writer and Speaker 1 copia
Etichette
Informazioni generali
Utenti
Recensioni
Potrebbero anche piacerti
Autori correlati
Statistiche
- Opere
- 72
- Utenti
- 278
- Popolarità
- #83,543
- Voto
- 4.1
- Recensioni
- 5
- ISBN
- 24
The narrative takes readers on a thrilling journey as Stanley ventures deep into the heart of Africa, the Amazon rainforest, and other tropical landscapes. Northrop recounts Stanley's expeditions, including his famous search for the missing explorer David Livingstone, as well as his subsequent explorations of the Congo River and the Great Lakes of Africa.
The book vividly describes the challenges Stanley faced, such as navigating treacherous rivers, battling hostile tribes, and enduring harsh climates and unforgiving terrain. Through Northrop's account, readers gain insight into the determination, resilience, and resourcefulness that enabled Stanley to overcome these obstacles and achieve remarkable feats of exploration.
As Stanley journeys through the tropical regions, the book also provides glimpses into the rich biodiversity and natural wonders he encountered. The flora, fauna, and geological features of these regions are vividly portrayed, offering readers a sense of the breathtaking beauty and awe-inspiring diversity of the tropics.
Moreover, "Wonders of the Tropics" explores the cultural encounters and interactions Stanley had with various indigenous peoples during his expeditions. It delves into the customs, traditions, and societal structures of these communities, shedding light on their way of life and the impact of European exploration on their cultures.
Northrop's account paints a comprehensive picture of Stanley's explorations, bringing to life the spirit of adventure, discovery, and the desire to push the boundaries of human knowledge. The book serves as a tribute to Stanley's contributions to geographical exploration and offers readers a glimpse into the fascination and challenges of exploring the tropical regions of the world.
Overall, "Wonders of the Tropics" is an engrossing biography that celebrates the achievements of Henry Morton Stanley and provides readers with a captivating narrative of exploration, adventure, and cultural discovery in the lush and vibrant tropical landscapes of the world.… (altro)