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The Blue Nile
Author: Alan Moorehead
Hard cover with dust jacket. Fair condition, some wear to the dust jacket. First edition (1962).
The Blue Nile by Alan Moorehead is a compelling historical narrative that chronicles the exploration and political upheavals surrounding the Blue Nile River during the 18th and 19th centuries. Moorehead weaves together the accounts of notable figures such as Scottish explorer James Bruce, who ventured into Ethiopia in search of the Nile's source; Napoleon Bonaparte, whose Egyptian campaign marked a significant European incursion into the region; Muhammad Ali, the Ottoman governor who modernized Egypt; and Emperor Tewodros II of Ethiopia, whose reign culminated in a dramatic confrontation with British forces. Set against a backdrop of slavery, imperial ambition, and cultural clashes, the book offers a vivid portrayal of the challenges and triumphs encountered by these individuals. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Moorehead illuminates the complex interplay of exploration, conquest, and resistance that shaped the history of the Blue Nile and its surrounding regions.
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