River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile by Candice Millard

River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile

Candice Millard

368 pages first pub 2022 (editions)

nonfiction history adventurous informative medium-paced
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River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile by Candice Millard is a gripping and informative read that will captivate history enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and anyone fascinated by the rich cultural heritage and untold stories of Africa, making it a perfect fit for readers who crave gripping tales of exploration, colonialism, and the unbreakable human spirit.

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The harrowing story of one of the great feats of exploration of all time and its complicated legacy—from the New York Times bestselling author of The River of Doubt and Destiny of the RepublicFor millennia the location of the Nile River’s headwate...

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Moods

adventurous: 90%

informative: 90%

dark: 22%

challenging: 20%

reflective: 17%

sad: 11%

tense: 11%

inspiring: 10%

emotional: 8%

mysterious: 4%

funny: 1%


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