TED-Ed: The contributions of female explorers - Courtney Stephens

The video explores the journeys of three Victorian women who defied societal norms to travel the world. Marianne North, an amateur botanist, painted exotic plants across continents. Mary Kingsley ventured into Africa, confirming the existence of the gorilla and surviving numerous adventures. Alexandra David-Neel disguised herself to reach Lhasa, contributing significantly to Tibetan studies. These women expanded human knowledge and challenged perceptions of what was possible, driven by curiosity and a quest for self-discovery.

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