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Sir James Edward Alexander (1803 85), an officer in the British
Army, travelled the world extensively and published over a dozen
fascinating accounts of his journeys. A passionate and intrepid
explorer, Alexander was instrumental in ensuring the safe transfer
of Cleopatra's Needle from Egypt to England in 1877. Demonstrating
the same humour with which his writing is imbued, he later buried
pictures of the twelve most beautiful English women of the time at
the base of the Needle. Published in 1833, this two-volume work
offers insights into the landscapes, peoples and practices of the
Americas. With wit and eloquence, Alexander takes the reader with
him on his adventures, but also provides significant commentary on
the slave populations he encountered. Volume 1 covers Alexander's
journey through South America and the Caribbean.
Sir James Edward Alexander (1803 85), an officer in the British
Army, travelled the world extensively and published over a dozen
fascinating accounts of his journeys. A passionate and intrepid
explorer, Alexander was instrumental in ensuring the safe transfer
of Cleopatra's Needle from Egypt to England in 1877. Demonstrating
the same humour with which his writing is imbued, he later buried
pictures of the twelve most beautiful English women of the time at
the base of the Needle. Published in 1833, this two-volume work
offers insights into the landscapes, peoples and practices of the
Americas. With wit and eloquence, Alexander takes the reader with
him on his adventures, but also provides significant commentary on
the slave populations he encountered. Volume 2 covers Alexander's
journey through North America and his return to England.
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