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Manuscript folio, observations concerning Lake Nyasa including a pencil sketch of a fish called a "sanjika", by David Livingstone., ? 1868-? 1870.

 Item
Identifier: MS.42439

Scope and Contents

Livingstone first visited Lake Nyasa on 17 September 1859, claiming its discovery. It is likely, however, that this folio, with its sketch of a fish described by Livingstone as a "sanjika", dates from his last journeys when he skirted the southern edge of the lake on his way to Lake Tanganyika.

Dates

  • Creation: ? 1868-? 1870.

Language of Materials

English

Extent

0.00 Linear metres (1 folio.)

Immediate Source of Acquisition

0942

Repository Details

Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository

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