I've always been fascinated with the mysterious West African city of Timbuktu. I came across this book in a library sale in Balch Springs, Texas. The author, Frank Kryza, lives in Dallas and has written a very detailed and interesting history of two 19th century explorer's quest to find the fabled city. It's often a gruesome tale and I was glad to read of their exploits from the comfort of my living room. A good, historically accurate and rollicking read.
