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  • Ismailia
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    A daring saga of discovery and imperial ambition Ismailia returns to print, restored and reissued by Alpha Editions for modern readers and collectors.In Ismailia, Sir Samuel White Baker records his Nile expedition and African adventure with vivid immediacy: from the strategic engineering of canals and encounters in Egypt and Sudan to perilous crossings, encounters with local ...
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    25,75 €

  • Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America Volume 1
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    Dive into the captivating world of 'Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America Volume 1,' a thrilling exploration of wildlife and adventure that has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully republished by Alpha Editions. This restored edition is not just a reprint; it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure, crafted for toda...
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    18,48 €

  • Eight Years’ Wanderings In Ceylon
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    Embark on an unforgettable journey with 'Eight Years’ Wanderings in Ceylon' by Sir Samuel White Baker, a timeless classic that whisks you away to the lush landscapes and vibrant cultures of 19th-century Ceylon. Rediscover this literary gem, out of print for decades and now lovingly restored by Alpha Editions for today s and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint...
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    17,18 €

  • In the Heart of Africa
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    In the Heart of Africa by Sir Samuel White Baker is an adventurous travelogue that chronicles Baker’s 19th-century exploration of uncharted territories in Africa. The book provides a detailed account of his Nile expedition and the geographic discovery of the Sudan, showcasing the challenges and excitement of early African exploration. Baker’s journey through diverse landscapes ...
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    15,31 €

  • Cyprus As I Saw It In 1879
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    'Cyprus As I Saw It In 1879' by Sir Samuel White Baker gives a fascinating firsthand account of the writer’s exploration of Cyprus all through the late 19th century. As a seasoned adventurer and explorer, Baker affords readers with a bright and detailed portrayal of the island’s landscapes, human beings, and cultural nuances. The book serves as each a travelogue and an ethnogra...
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    18,17 €

  • The Nile Tributaries of Abyssinia, and the Sword Hunters of the Hamran Arabs
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    The Nile Tributaries of Abyssinia, and the Sword Hunters of the Hamran Arabs, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned,...
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    21,25 €

  • The Albert N’Yanza, Great Basin Of The Nile, And Explorations Of The Nile Sources
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    A doorway to the heart of Victorian Africa, opened by a fearless explorer and rendered anew for today’s readers. The Albert N’Yanza invites you to walk with Sir Samuel White Baker along the Nile’s magical sources and the broader Nile basin, where travelogue narrative meets expedition memoirs in a vivid, living panorama.This is more than a journey; it is a window into african ge...
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    27,61 €

  • The Albert N’Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile
    Sir Samuel White Baker
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    13,95 €

  • Hamran Arabs
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    'Hamran Arabs' offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and customs of the Hamran people of Sudan during the 19th century. Written by the renowned explorer Sir Samuel White Baker, this detailed account provides invaluable insights into the tribal structures, social norms, and daily routines of a unique community. Baker’s keen observations cover a range of topics, including h...
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    28,80 €

  • Ismailia
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    Ismailia raconte le récit d’une expédition menée par Sir Samuel White Baker en Afrique centrale. L’objectif principal de cette expédition était l’abolition de la traite des Noirs et la suppression de l’esclavage dans les régions explorées. Le livre offre un aperçu détaillé des défis rencontrés, des cultures rencontrées, et des efforts déployés pour éradiquer cette pratique inhu...
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    28,89 €

  • The Nile Tributaries of Abyssinia
    Samuel White Baker / Sir Samuel W. Baker / Sir Samuel WBaker
    Samuel Baker (1821 - 1893) was born in England. After the death of his wife he traveled to Ceylon in 1846. Baker established an agriculture settlement in Nuwara Eliva. He helped bring cattle and emigrants from England and made a success of the settlement. During his stay in Ceylon he spent a great deal of time hunting with his hounds, which became the genesis of this novel ...
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    31,55 €

  • The Albert N Yanza Great Basin of the Nile
    Samuel White Baker / Sir Samuel White Baker
    ...In the history of the Nile there was a void: its Sources were a mystery. The Ancients devoted much attention to this problem; but in vain. The Emperor Nero sent an expedition under the command of two centurions, as described by Seneca. Even Roman energy failed to break the spell that guarded these secret fountains. The expedition sent by Mehemet Ali Pasha, the celebrated Vic...
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    35,64 €

  • The Rifle and Hound in Ceylon
    Samuel White Baker / Sir Samuel White Baker
    Samuel Baker was born in England. After the death of his wife he traveled to Ceylon in 1846. Baker established an agriculture settlement in Nuwara Eliva. He helped bring cattle and emigrants from England and made a success of the settlement. During his stay in Ceylon he spent a great deal of time hunting with his hounds, which became the genesis of this novel and a later work ...
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    28,94 €

  • The Rifle And The Hound In Ceylon
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    The Rifle And The Hound In Ceylon is a book written by Sir Samuel White Baker, a British explorer and adventurer, and published in 1854. The book is a detailed account of Baker’s hunting expeditions in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the mid-19th century.The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes Baker’s experiences hunting big game animals such as elephants, le...
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    32,14 €

  • The Albert N’yanza, Great Basin Of The Nile And Explorations Of The Nile Sources
    Sir Samuel White Baker
    This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 edit...
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    29,21 €