William Cotton Oswell, Hunter and Explorer, Vol. 1 of 2: The Story of His Life; With Certain Correspondence and Extracts From the Private Journal of David Livingstone, Hitherto Unpublished (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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9781331189084: William Cotton Oswell, Hunter and Explorer, Vol. 1 of 2: The Story of His Life; With Certain Correspondence and Extracts From the Private Journal of David Livingstone, Hitherto Unpublished (Classic Reprint)

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To Messrs. Longman, too, I am particularly indebted for their readily-accorded permission to make use of the illustrations to my father's article on 'big Game.' 'they are,' he writes, by the best artist of wild animal life I have ever known, Joseph Wolf. After describing the scene, I stood by him as he drew, occasionally offering a suggestion or venturing on two or three scrawling lines of my own; and the wonderful talent of the man produced pictures so like the reality in all essential points that I marvel still at his power.'

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Publication date2020
ISBN 10 133118908X
ISBN 13 9781331189084
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LanguageEnglish
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William Cotton Oswell, Hunter and Explorer, Vol. 1 of 2: The Story of His Life

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ISBN 10: 133118908X ISBN 13: 9781331189084

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the extraordinary life story of William Cotton Oswell, a man whose daring adventures in Africa made him a legend in his time. It delves into his family history, tracing his lineage back to a knight who fought alongside Harold at the Battle of Hastings, and explores the influence of his upbringing on his later accomplishments. We see him as a young man at Rugby under the renowned Dr. Arnold, and later at Haileybury, where he excelled in his studies. Oswellâ� �s journey takes us to India, where he served for the East India Company, immersing himself in the local culture and languages, before being forced by illness to seek refuge in Africa. His time in Africa, recounted through his own letters and the private journal of his close friend Dr. Livingstone, is filled with dramatic encounters with dangerous animals and challenging expeditions. The book explores the relationship between Oswell and Livingstone, both pioneers of exploration in a continent still largely unknown to Europeans. It highlights Oswellâ� �s key role in the discovery of Lake Ngami, a crucial milestone in mapping the interior of South Africa. Ultimately, the author paints a portrait of a man who, despite his incredible feats, remained humble and selfless, putting the achievements of his friends before his own. Oswellâ� �s story reminds us that the greatest adventures are not just about exploring new landscapes, but also about discovering the depths of one's own character. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331189084_0

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