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Book Review of To the Heart of the Nile : Lady Florence Baker and the Exploration of Central Africa

To the Heart of the Nile : Lady Florence Baker and the Exploration of Central Africa


Prepare to embark upon a breathtaking adventure, brimming with hair-raising rescues, impossible quests, danger, discovery, catastrophe, mutiny and uncompromising love - all the more remarkable because every word is true.
Notable author Pat Shipman now brings to vivid life the times and great achievements of a singular explorer, a woman of unparalleled courage & spirit who helped redefine her world.