Travels And Researches Among The Lakes And Mountains Of Eastern And Central Africa : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163531310 : 1163531316 : 10 Sep 2010 : Travels And Researches Among The Lakes And Mountains Of Eastern And Central Africa is a book written by James Frederick Elton, which chronicles his adventures and research expeditions in Africa during the 19th century. The book is a detailed account of his travels in the eastern and central regions of Africa, where he explored the lakes and mountains of the area.Elton's journey began in 1879, when he set out from Zanzibar with a team of explorers to investigate the sources of the Nile River. He traveled through Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya, encountering various tribes and cultures along the way. Throughout his travels, Elton documented his observations on the geography, flora, fauna, and people of the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of Elton's journey. He describes his encounters with the