The Gold Regions of South Eastern Africa

By Thomas Baines

Book Overview

The Gold Regions of South Eastern Africa is a book written by Thomas Baines that provides a detailed account of his travels and explorations in search of gold in the region. Baines, a British artist and explorer, was commissioned by the South African gold mining company, Gold Fields of South Africa, to explore the gold-rich regions of South Eastern Africa in the late 19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which provides a detailed description of Baines' travels and experiences in different parts of the region. He describes the geography, flora, fauna, and the people he encountered during his travels. Baines also provides a detailed account of the gold mining operations in the region, including the methods used by the local miners and the challenges they faced.The book is illustrated with numerous drawings and photographs taken by Baines during his travels. These illustrations provide a vivid portrayal of the landscapes, people, and wildlife of the region.Overall, The Gold Regions of South Eastern Africa is an informative and engaging account of Baines' travels and explorations in search of gold in the region. It provides valuable insights into the history and culture of the region and is a must-read for anyone interested in African history, exploration, and mining.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432549901
• ISBN13: 9781432549909
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"