Timbouctou, voyage au Maroc au Sahara et au Soudan, Tome 2 (de 2) by Oskar Lenz
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Lenz, Oskar, 1848-1925
French
"TIMBOUCTOU, voyage au Maroc au Sahara et au Soudan, Tome 2 (de 2)" by Oskar Lenz is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book provides an account of the author's journey through Morocco, the Sahara Desert, and Sudan, conveying the challenges and experiences he faces along the way. Lenz provides vivid descriptions of the landsca...
his way toward the fabled city of Timbuktu. At the start of the narrative, the author departs from Ilerh, describing his preparations for the perilous journey ahead, including loading camels and negotiating for guides. He encounters various characters along the way, such as a dubious guide and members of local tribes, highlighting the dangers posed by bandits and the intricacies of local customs. Lenz paints a detailed picture of the terrains he traverses, the people he meets, and the challenges inherent in desert travel, setting a suspenseful tone for the adventures that lie ahead in his quest to reach Timbuktu. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Michael Adams
2 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. I appreciate the effort put into this.
Christopher Martin
2 months agoI needed a solid reference and the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. An impressive piece of work.
Andrew Miller
3 months agoAs an avid reader, the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. This sets a high standard for similar books.
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Linda Lewis
3 weeks agoI needed a solid reference and the arguments are well-supported by credible references. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.