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Excerpt from The Glamour of Prospecting<br><br><br><br>About the Publisher<br><br>Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.<br><br>This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.<BR>The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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The Glamour of Prospecting (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating firsthand account of a South African prospector's adventures in search of precious stones. The author recounts his experiences trekking through some of the most desolate and remote regions of South Africa, including the rugged Namaqualand and the vast Kalahari Desert. His stories provide a glimpse into the hardships and allure of a life on the fringes of civilization, where thirst, hunger, and danger are ever-present companions. The book's narrative threads together both personal anecdotes and insightful observations about the history of the region, particularly its diamond discoveries, and the struggles of its diverse indigenous population. The author delves into the dynamics between the native tribes, the British, and the encroaching German colonial presence. He also explores the motivations and realities of the diamond rush, revealing the harsh realities of prospecting, the often shady practices of diamond promoters, and the seductive allure of a life lived for adventure and wealth. The author's candid descriptions of his own misadventures, his encounters with both charming and dangerous characters, and his reflections on the complexities of the natural world, offer a compelling portrait of an era of exploration and frontier living in South Africa. His detailed accounts of the harsh landscapes, the indigenous peoples, and the perilous nature of his quests leave the reader with a profound sense of the time and place, and the enduring fascination of the pursuit of treasure. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332883479_0
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The Glamour of Prospecting
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Glamour of Prospecting: Wanderings of a South African Prospector in Search of Copper, Gold, Emeralds, and DiamondsrnrnMost of this record Of wanderings in wild parts of South Africa had been written and was ready . N° de réf. du vendeur 2147999972
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