First Footsteps in East Africa Or, an Exploration of Harar (2 Vols)

Facsimile of Tylston and Edwards 1894 memorial edition. In this book, first published in 1856, Burton recounts his travels to Harar, a city in East Africa notorious for its slave trade activity. His plan was a challenging one, as it was believed that no European had been there before; upon arrival he claimed to be an agent of the British government and presented himself to the ruler of Harar. Burton was allowed to spend ten days there, and his account give a fascinating glimpse into a then unknown city and culture.

Hardcover. English. Time-Life Books. 1984. ISBN: 0705415007. 209 & 276 pp. Good condition in brown, faux leather with gilt title on spine and fore-edges. Book No: 2500344