Blood River – Tim Butcher (Second Hand Book)

Title: Blood River
Author: Tim Butcher
Format: Paperback
Genre: Non-Fiction / Travel Writing / History / Africa
Language: English

Blood River is a gripping real-life adventure that retraces one of Africa’s most legendary journeys, blending history, danger, and personal discovery.

About the Book

In Blood River, journalist Tim Butcher sets out to follow the route of explorer H.M. Stanley along the Congo River — a journey few would attempt in modern times.

Travelling through one of the most challenging and unpredictable regions in the world, Butcher navigates war-torn landscapes, dense jungles, and remote communities with little more than determination and curiosity.

Along the way, he encounters a diverse cast of individuals, from aid workers to local villagers, each offering insight into the complex reality of life in the Congo.

Combining historical narrative with firsthand experience, the book offers a powerful look at Africa’s past and present, as well as the enduring legacy of colonial exploration.

Engaging, vivid, and often intense, this is both a travel memoir and a deeply human story of resilience and exploration.

Condition

• Fair to good second-hand condition
• Visible wear and scuffing on the cover
• Notable staining/marking on the front cover
• Edge wear and slight creasing present
• Pages intact and readable
• Binding remains secure

Additional Information

• Publisher: Vintage Books
• ISBN: 9780099494287