Blood River: The Terrifying Journey through the World's Most Dangerous Country

Name: Blood River: The Terrifying Journey through the World's Most Dangerous Country
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Book Synopsis: A British journalist retraces the legendary 1874 expedition of H. M. Stanley in this “remarkable marriage of travelogue and history” (Max Hastings, author of Armageddon). When Daily Telegraph correspondent Tim Butcher was sent to Africa in 2000, he quickly became obsessed with the Congo River and the idea of recreating H. M. Stanley’s nineteenth-century journey along the nearly three-thousand-mile waterway. Despite repeated warnings that his plan was suicidal, Butcher set out for the Congo’s eastern border with just a backpack and a few thousand dollars hidden in his boots. Making his way in an assortment of vehicles, including a motorbike and a dugout canoe, helped along by a cast of characters from UN aid workers to a pygmy rights advocate, he follows in the footsteps of the great Victorian adventurer. Butcher’s forty-four-day journey along the Congo River is an unforgettable story of exploration, survival, and history come to life. “Quite superb . . . a masterpiece.” —John le Carré, #1 New York Times–bestselling author “Do NOT try to repeat Tim Butcher’s audacious and terrifying Congo journey. If you do, you will probably die.” —The Guardian “[Blood River] keeps the heart beating and the attention fixed from beginning to end.”—Fergal Keane, international bestselling author of Wounds “It is the wit and passion of the writing that keeps you engrossed.”—Giles Foden, author of The Last King of Scotland Read more

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Discover the heart-pounding adventure in the pages of "Blood River: The Terrifying Journey through the World's Most Dangerous Country". This riveting travelogue and history blend takes you on a thrilling expedition along the legendary Congo River, following in the footsteps of renowned explorer H. M. Stanley.

Written by acclaimed British journalist Tim Butcher, this captivating book brings to life the challenges and triumphs of Butcher's own daring journey along the nearly three-thousand-mile waterway. Experience the thrill of exploration, the tenacity of survival, and the rich historical background of one of the world's most treacherous terrains.

Unlock the secrets of the Congo, encountering an array of intriguing characters - from UN aid workers to a pygmy rights advocate - who will leave a lasting impression. Butcher's eloquent writing will transport you to the heart of Africa, allowing you to immerse yourself in the vivid imagery and captivating storytelling that makes "Blood River" a true masterpiece.

"Blood River" has garnered praise from esteemed authors and critics alike. John le Carré, the #1 New York Times-bestselling author, describes it as "quite superb... a masterpiece". The Guardian warns that this journey is not for the faint of heart, proclaiming "Do NOT try to repeat Tim Butcher's audacious and terrifying Congo journey. If you do, you will probably die." While Fergal Keane, international bestselling author of Wounds, notes that the book "keeps the heart beating and the attention fixed from beginning to end".

Prepare to be captivated by Butcher's wit and passion as you delve into the pages of "Blood River". Experience the thrills, the wonders, and the dangers of this remarkable adventure. Let the Congo River flow through your imagination and transport you to a world that will leave you breathless.

Ready to embark on this incredible journey? Get your copy of "Blood River: The Terrifying Journey through the World's Most Dangerous Country" here and delve into a travel story that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.

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