Description
A Thousand Miles in the Heart of Africa by J. du Plessis is a fascinating first-hand account of a journey through Central Africa, originally published in 1905. Written by Rev. J. du Plessis, the book chronicles his visit to the mission field of the Boer Church, offering observations on the people, landscapes and missionary work of the region during the early twentieth century. Today, it stands as both a historical travel narrative and an important record of missionary activity in Africa.
This 1905 first edition is an especially desirable collectible and features a handwritten Afrikaans inscription dated 3 October 1911, adding to its historical interest and provenance. Rich in period detail, A Thousand Miles in the Heart of Africa will appeal to collectors and readers interested in African exploration, missionary history and early travel writing.
This book is an excellent choice for collectors of rare books and readers interested in African history, exploration and historical travel literature.
