Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa: Performed Under the Direction and Patronage of the African Association, in the Years 1795, 1796, and 1797

Published in 1799, 'Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa' is a historical account by Mungo Park detailing his explorations of West Africa during 1795-1797. This work provides one of the first reliable descriptions of the continent's interior, documenting Park's encounters with indigenous cultures, trade practices, and the challenges he faced, including starvation and imprisonment. Despite failing to chart the Niger River, Park's narrative offers valuable insights into the region's geography and peoples, significantly shaping European perceptions of Africa during that era.