Sieben Jahre in Süd-Afrika. Erster Band. / Erlebnisse, Forschungen und Jagden auf meinen Reisen von den Diamantenfeldern zum Zambesi (1872-1879).

Name: Sieben Jahre in Süd-Afrika. Erster Band. / Erlebnisse, Forschungen und Jagden auf meinen Reisen von den Diamantenfeldern zum Zambesi (1872-1879).
Author: Emil Holub

By Emil Holub

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A travel narrative that traces extended expeditions from the diamond fields into southern Africa's interior and toward the Zambezi, blending episodic reportage, hunting accounts, and field collecting. The author documents landscapes, geology, plants and animals, and practical travel hardships while recording encounters with a range of local communities, their settlements and customs. Ethnographic and natural-history observations are paired with maps and illustrations, creating a mix of anecdote, scientific notes, and logistical detail about exploration in the region.

About the Author

Emil Holub

Emil Holub was a Czech explorer, physician, and writer known for his extensive travels in southern Africa during the late 19th century. His most notable work, "Seven Years in South Africa," is a detailed account of his experiences, research, and hunting expeditions from the diamond fields to the Zambezi River between 1872 and 1879. Holub's writings provide valuable insights into the geography, cultures, and wildlife of the region during a time of significant change. His contributions to literature and exploration have made him a notable figure in the history of African exploration.