Mungo Park’s Ghost: The Haunted Hubris of British Explorers in Nineteenth-Century Africa.

  • Published In: International Journal of African Historical Studies, 2024, v. 57, n. 3. P. 379 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: HART, JENNIFER 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Mungo Park's Ghost: The Haunted Hubris of British Explorers in Nineteenth-Century Africa" explores the legacy of British explorer Mungo Park and the hubris of British exploration in Africa. Dane Kennedy argues that exploration in the nineteenth century was shaped by political, economic, and imperial interests, highlighting the failures and consequences of expeditions. The book challenges conventional narratives of exploration and discovery, emphasizing the need to understand the complex dynamics of imperialism and colonialism in Africa during this pivotal historical period. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:International Journal of African Historical Studies. 2024/09, Vol. 57, Issue 3, p379
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0361-7882
  • Accession Number:182542817
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