Emin Pasha by M. C. Plehn
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"Emin Pasha" by M. C. Plehn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and experiences of Edward Schnitzer, known as Emin Pasha, who was a notable figure in African exploration and governance during the late 19th century. It highlights his unwavering commitment to scientific pursuits and the wellbeing of the Soudanese people amidst the harsh realities of colonial rule and the encroaching threat of
the Mahdi's forces. The opening of the narrative introduces the reader to Dr. Junker, a traveler who arrives at the town of Lado, eager to reconnect with Emin Pasha after a challenging journey through the wilderness. The text conveys Emin's background, from his conservative governance and sincere care for the local population, to the adversities he faced, including betrayal and hardships inflicted by both the environment and hostile forces. As Dr. Junker reunites with Emin, described as neat and composed, we see a portrait of a dedicated scholar troubled by the plight of those around him, setting the stage for the broader themes of heroism, tragedy, and the clash between civilizations that unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Plehn, M. C. |
|---|---|
| Translator | Upton, George P. (George Putnam), 1834-1919 |
| LoC No. | 12022629 |
| Title | Emin Pasha |
| Series Title | Life Stories for Young People |
| Credits |
Produced by D A Alexander, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Emin Pasha, 1840-1892 -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Explorers -- Biography -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Scientists -- Biography -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59691 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59691-4 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 247 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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