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Journal of a second expedition into the interior of Africa, from the Bight of Benin to Soccatoo

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A coastal-to-interior travel journal that follows an expedition from the Bight of Benin across the Kong mountains into the West African interior, tracing routes through Eyeo/Katunga, Boussa on the Niger, Kano, and Soccatoo. It records day-by-day movements, landscape and town descriptions, encounters with local rulers and caravans, and navigational observations including latitude and longitude. A companion journal continues from Kano back toward the coast and reports the leader’s death and burial. Appendices present translated Arabic documents, vocabularies, a meteorological table, and maps and charts that clarify routes, rivers, and regional geography.

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Hugh Clapperton

Hugh Clapperton was a Scottish explorer and travel writer known for his significant contributions to the exploration of West Africa in the early 19th century. His most notable work, "Journal of a Second Expedition into the Interior of Africa, from the Bight of Benin to Soccatoo," details his travels and observations during his expeditions. Clapperton's journeys provided valuable insights into the geography, cultures, and peoples of the regions he explored, making him an important figure in the history of African exploration. His accounts are regarded as essential reading for those interested in the exploration narratives of his time.

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