John Hanning Speke published 3 non-fiction books, beginning with First Footsteps in East Africa (1856).
Updated September 2026
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First Footsteps in East Africa
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First Footsteps in East Africa (1856)
Journal of the Discovery of the Source of the Nile (1863)
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About John Hanning Speke
John Hanning Speke was an English explorer and army officer who made three exploratory expeditions to Africa. He is most associated with the search for the source of the Nile and, with Richard Burton, was the first European to reach Lake Victoria.
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John Hanning Speke FAQ
- How many books has John Hanning Speke written?
- John Hanning Speke published 3 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read John Hanning Speke's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with First Footsteps in East Africa.
- What is John Hanning Speke's last book?
- What Led to the Discovery of the Source of the Nile (1864).
- What is John Hanning Speke's most famous book?
- First Footsteps in East Africa (1856) is John Hanning Speke's most widely read book.
- Can I read John Hanning Speke's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by John Hanning Speke are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.