Have you ever read any of Mary Kingsley's journals?
They are completely bonkers, and involve much travel in Africa in full Victorian dress. Without high heels, though, as I recall.
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Tue 19 Jul 2011, 13:23,
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funnily enough I read about her in this book
www.amazon.co.uk/QI-Book-Dead-John-Lloyd/dp/0571244904
possibly one of the most interesting books I've read in years.
everyone should buy it!!!!
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Tue 19 Jul 2011, 13:51,
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possibly one of the most interesting books I've read in years.
everyone should buy it!!!!