Percy Horace Gordon Powell Cotton
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
''A Sporting Trip Through Abyssinia'' is a travelogue written by Percy Horace Gordon Powell Cotton, first published in 1902. The book describes the author’s experiences during his hunting trip to Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) in 1899-1900. The book is divided into 17 chapters, each of which recounts a different aspect of the trip, including the journey to Abyssinia, the wildlife encountered, the hunting expeditions, and the local people and customs. Cotton describes the various animals he hunted, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and various species of antelope. He also provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes and environments he encountered, from the rugged mountains to the vast savannahs. Throughout the book, Cotton provides insights into the challenges and dangers of hunting in Africa, as well as the thrill of the chase and the satisfaction of a successful hunt.In addition to the hunting aspects of the trip, Cotton also provides a glimpse into the local culture and traditions of the Abyssinian people. He describes their clothing, food, and religious practices, as well as their interactions with the European hunters. Overall, ''A Sporting Trip Through Abyssinia'' is a fascinating and detailed account of a hunting expedition in Africa at the turn of the 20th century. It provides a unique perspective on the wildlife, landscapes, and cultures of Abyssinia, as well as the excitement and adventure of big-game hunting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. 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 editions, that are true to their original work.
