Quote by: Henry Morton Stanley

But my estimates, for instance, based upon book information, were simply ridiculous, fanciful images of African attractions were soon dissipated, anticipated pleasures vanished, and all crude ideas began to resolve themselves into shape.


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Author Bio


  • NameHenry Morton Stanley
  • DescriptionWelsh journalist and explorer
  • AliasesJohn Rowlands
  • BornJanuary 28, 1841
  • DiedMay 10, 1904
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionJournalist; Explorer; Politician; Author
  • AwardsKnight Grand Cross Of The Order Of The Bath