Sir Samuel White Baker (1821–1893) was a well-known British explorer, naturalist, and author, whose expeditions into the uncharted territories of Africa garnered him substantial acclaim during the Victorian era. Born in London to a wealthy commercial family, Baker was educated in England and Germany, developing a fervent passion for travel and the natural world. His adventurous work led to the exploration of the Nile and his significant discovery of Lake Albert, one of the great sources of the river, which he named after the consort of Queen Victoria. Baker is perhaps best known for his literary contributions that chronicle his African expeditions, most notably in his book “In the Heart of Africa” (1867), which details his journey through previously unexplored regions and offers insights into the cultures, wildlife, and landscapes he encountered. Baker”s writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions and a narrative that conveys the excitement and perils of his explorations, earning him a distinguished place among travel literature authors of the 19th century. His books not only captivated the British public with tales of the exotic world but also had a significant impact on the geographical knowledge of the time, contributing to colonial fervor and European imperialism in Africa. His legacy endures in the fields of exploration literature and African studies.
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Eight Years’ Wanderings in Ceylon
pub One.info present you this new edition. Colombo- Dullness of the Town- Cinnamon Garden- A Cingalese Appo- Ceylon Sport- Jungle Fever- Newera Ellia- Energy of Sir E. Barnes- Influence of the Govern …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Nile tributaries of Abyssinia, and the sword hunters of the Hamran arabs
pub One.info present you this new edition. THE work entitled "The Albert N’yanza Great Basin of the Nile, " published in 1866, has given an account of the equatorial lake system from which …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon
pub One.info present you this new edition. Upwards of twenty years have passed since the ‘Rifle and Hound in Ceylon’ was published, and I have been requested to write a preface for a new edition. Alt …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: In the Heart of Africa
pub One.info present you this new edition. The Nubian desert- The bitter well- Change of plans- An irascible dragoman- Pools of the Atbara- One secret of the Nile- At Cassala. …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Ismailia
pub One.info present you this new edition. An interval of five years has elapsed since the termination of my engagement in the service of His Highness the Khedive of Egypt, "to suppress the slav …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Cyprus, as I Saw It in 1879
pub One.info present you this new edition. I do not intend to write a history of Cyprus, as authorities already exist that are well known, but were generally neglected until the British occupation re …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Wild Beasts and Their Ways, Reminiscences of Europe, Asia, Africa and America – Volume 1
pub One.info present you this new edition. Forty years ago our troops were armed with a smooth-bore musket, and a small force known as the "Rifle Brigade" was the exception to this rule. …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Albert N’Yanza, Great Basin of the Nile
pub One.info present you this new edition. In the history of the Nile there was a void: its Sources were a mystery. The Ancients devoted much attention to this problem; but in vain. The Emperor Nero …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon
In Samuel White Sir Baker’s ‘The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon’, readers are transported to the lush landscapes of colonial Ceylon, where the author recounts his adventures as a big-game hunter and e …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: Eight Years’ Wanderings in Ceylon
In Samuel White Sir Baker’s book ‘Eight Years’ Wanderings in Ceylon’, readers are taken on a vibrant journey through the lush landscapes and diverse cultures of Ceylon during the mid-19th century. Th …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: In the Heart of Africa
In Sir Samuel White Baker’s book ‘In the Heart of Africa’, readers are taken on a riveting journey through the unexplored territories of Africa. Written in a crisp and engaging style, the book provid …
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Samuel White, Sir Baker: The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon
In ‘The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon’ by Samuel White Sir Baker, the reader is taken on a thrilling journey through the jungles of Ceylon, exploring the beauty of nature and the excitement of huntin …
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