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In Praise of Savagery
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- 256 pages
- Reading time
- 9 hours
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The author recounts his encounter with explorer Wilfred Thesiger, who invites him to Africa, prompting Cairns to embark on part of the journey on foot. The narrative alternates between Cairns' adventure and Thesiger's perilous expedition exploring an Ethiopian river, which had claimed the lives of previous travelers. Blending philosophical insights with humor, the book offers a captivating exploration of both journeys, highlighting the challenges and reflections of exploration.
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In Praise of Savagery, Warwick Cairns
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- In Praise of Savagery
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Warwick Cairns
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9780007414031
- Category
- History, Geography / Topography, Guides / Tourism / Travel, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The author recounts his encounter with explorer Wilfred Thesiger, who invites him to Africa, prompting Cairns to embark on part of the journey on foot. The narrative alternates between Cairns' adventure and Thesiger's perilous expedition exploring an Ethiopian river, which had claimed the lives of previous travelers. Blending philosophical insights with humor, the book offers a captivating exploration of both journeys, highlighting the challenges and reflections of exploration.