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To the Heart of the Nile: Lady Florence Baker and the Exploration of Central Africa

To the Heart of the Nile: Lady Florence Baker and the Exploration of Central Africa

To the Heart of the Nile: Lady Florence Baker and the Exploration of Central
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To the Heart of the Nile: Lady Florence Baker and the Exploration of Central Africa

by Shipman, Pat

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ISBN 10
0060505559
ISBN 13
9780060505554
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New York: William Morrow, 2004. "...the amazing life of Lady Florence Baker (c. 1845-1916), who made the journey from a Turkish harem to become the wife of an English aristocrat--with whom she made many subsequent journeys to places that included Africa and the source of Nile." 428pp.. 1st Printing. Hard Cover. Near Fine/DJ Near Fine. Large Octavo. Remainder mark on bottom edge.

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In 1859, at age fourteen, Florence Szasz stood before a room full of men and waited to be auctioned to the highest bidder. But slavery and submission were not to be her destiny: Sam Baker, a wealthy English gentleman and eminent adventurer, was moved by compassion and an immediate, overpowering empathy for the young woman, and braved extraordinary perils to help her escape. Together, Florence and Sam -- whose love would remain passionate and constant throughout their lives -- forged into literally uncharted territory in a glorious attempt to unravel a mysterious and magnificent enigma called Africa.A stunning achievement, To the Heart of the Nile is an unforgettable portrait of an unforgettable woman: a story of discovery, bravery, determination, and love, meticulously reconstructed through journals, documents, and private papers, and told in the inimitable narrative style that has already won Pat Shipman resounding international acclaim.

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Title
To the Heart of the Nile: Lady Florence Baker and the Exploration of Central Africa
Author
Shipman, Pat
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Near Fine
Jacket Condition
DJ Near Fine
Edition
1st Printing
ISBN 10
0060505559
ISBN 13
9780060505554
Publisher
William Morrow
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
2004
Bookseller catalogs
Africa;
Size
Large Octavo

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