"The Art of Travel; Or, Shifts and Contrivances Available in Wild Countries" by Francis Galton is a 19th-century manual for adventurers, giving instructions on how to plan, prepare, and survive in the wilderness. The book kicks off by describing travel as a rewarding opportunity that demands physical fitness, a sense of adventure, and some money, arguing how dangers of journeys are often overblown and can be overcome with good planning. The tone is practical and encouraging, emphasizing careful logistics, geographical knowledge, and climate adaptation, and shares snippets of the author's own experiences.
The Art of Travel; Or, Shifts and Contrivances Available in Wild Countries
By Francis Galton
Equip yourself with essential skills and knowledge to thrive in unexplored territories, as this vintage guide unveils the secrets to successful and safe expeditions.
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2005-01-13
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About the AuthorSir Francis Galton was a British polymath and the originator of eugenics during the Victorian era; his ideas later became the basis of behavioral genetics.
Sir Francis Galton was a British polymath and the originator of eugenics during the Victorian era; his ideas later became the basis of behavioral genetics.
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