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LoC No.: 08012188

Title: Two Dianas in Somaliland: The Record of a Shooting Trip

Note: Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive

Summary: "Two Dianas in Somaliland: The Record of a Shooting Trip" by Agnes Herbert is a nonfiction account written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows two adventurous women, the author and her cousin, as they embark on a daring expedition to hunt big game in the wilds of Somaliland. The book is a mix of travel writing, adventure, and a reflection on the role of women in a male-dominated sport and culture. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for this extraordinary journey. The author discusses their preparations for the trip, detailing the selection of equipment and the challenges they anticipate, including securing hunting permits and packing the necessary supplies. It reveals their determination and excitement while capturing the cultural nuances they encounter, from the quirky dynamics aboard the steamer to their experiences in Berbera. This initial glimpse hints at their camaraderie, adventurous spirits, and the challenges they face as they prepared to navigate both the wild landscape and societal expectations as female hunters in an era when such pursuits were dominated by men. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Herbert, Agnes, 1873-1960

EBook No.: 54501

Published: Apr 7, 2017

Downloads: 90

Language: English

Subject: Horn of Africa -- Description and travel

Subject: Hunting -- Horn of Africa

LoCC: Agriculture: Hunting sports

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 08012188

Title: Two Dianas in Somaliland: The Record of a Shooting Trip

Note: Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive

Summary: "Two Dianas in Somaliland: The Record of a Shooting Trip" by Agnes Herbert is a nonfiction account written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows two adventurous women, the author and her cousin, as they embark on a daring expedition to hunt big game in the wilds of Somaliland. The book is a mix of travel writing, adventure, and a reflection on the role of women in a male-dominated sport and culture. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for this extraordinary journey. The author discusses their preparations for the trip, detailing the selection of equipment and the challenges they anticipate, including securing hunting permits and packing the necessary supplies. It reveals their determination and excitement while capturing the cultural nuances they encounter, from the quirky dynamics aboard the steamer to their experiences in Berbera. This initial glimpse hints at their camaraderie, adventurous spirits, and the challenges they face as they prepared to navigate both the wild landscape and societal expectations as female hunters in an era when such pursuits were dominated by men. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Herbert, Agnes, 1873-1960

EBook No.: 54501

Published: Apr 7, 2017

Downloads: 90

Language: English

Subject: Horn of Africa -- Description and travel

Subject: Hunting -- Horn of Africa

LoCC: Agriculture: Hunting sports

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.