Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People (eBook)

Paul B. Du Chaillu (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
194 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654722511-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People," Paul B. Du Chaillu presents a fascinating exploration of the gorilla's habitat and behavior, intricately woven with personal anecdotes from his travels to Africa. The book is characterized by its vivid descriptions and engaging narrative style, combining adventure writing with scientific observation. Du Chaillu's work stands as a significant contribution to both zoological literature and children's literature of the late 19th century, aiming to educate and enthrall young readers with the wonders of the natural world through the lens of the burgeoning field of anthropology. Paul B. Du Chaillu was a pioneering explorer and anthropologist whose passions were ignited by his early encounters with the natural world in Africa. His groundbreaking expeditions in the 1860s, especially his encounters with gorillas, enriched his understanding of wildlife and human cultures. Du Chaillu's dedication to making the complexities of biology accessible and entertaining for younger audiences illustrates his commitment to education and scientific curiosity. This book is highly recommended for readers who are eager to ignite a sense of wonder about the animal kingdom. "Stories of the Gorilla Country" serves not only as an adventure but also as an essential gateway for younger readers to explore themes of ecology, conservation, and the rich tapestry of life that shares our planet.

Autor

Paul Belloni Du Chaillu (1831-1903) was a pioneering French-American traveler and anthropologist, best known for his exploratory expeditions in West Africa and for being the first modern outsider to confirm the existence of gorillas, and later the Pygmy people. He was a prolific writer, bringing the mysteries of the African forests to the attention of the Western world through his descriptive accounts and lectures. Among his notable works is 'Stories of the Gorilla Country, Narrated for Young People' (1868), a book that captures the essence of his adventures and observations in a format accessible to the young readers of his time. Du Chaillu's literary style often blended factual reporting with a sense of wonder and adventure, making his narratives compelling and educational. His contribution to the fields of ethnography and zoology during the 19th century, as well as to literature, was significant as he worked to demystify the African continent and its inhabitants for a curious and often incredulous audience. His works live on as a testament to the richly diverse cultures and wildlife he studied and shared with an international audience.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Tiere / Pflanzen / Natur
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Zoologie
• Schlagworte: 19th century exploration • 19th century explorers • adventure story for young readers • Africa • African adventure • African adventure stories • African jungle adventure • American author • Children's Educational Tales • cultural exploration • cultural wildlife insights • Description and travel • educational animal kingdom • Educational Storytelling • Exploration literature • exploration narratives • gorilla natural history • gorilla wildlife tales • History of Africa • illustrated adventure • immersive gorilla encounters • jungle adventure fiction • jungle survival • natural history for children • nature narrative for youth • Paul B. Du Chaillu books • Victorian Era • Victorian era exploration • West • wildlife exploration • wildlife exploration stories • young readers travel • youth educational travel • youth narrative