through Muslim black Africa by truck, bus, boat, and camel
Tayler, Jeffrey
2005
A travel narrative of the Sahel, the lower expanse of the Sahara that contains the southernmost area of Islam. Describes Africa's poorest countries, Chad and Niger. Discusses the dangers of lethal harmattan winds and chronic civil wars as well as the patience and generosity of the residents of this region.
descending Siberia's waterway of exile, death, and destiny
Tayler, Jeffrey
2006
Jeffrey Tayler chronicles his 2,400-mile journey down the Lena River in a custom-built boat, describing the people, sites, beauty, and violence he encountered along the way.
