Reports on an international expedition to explore the biodiversity of freshwater fishes in Gabon, to celebrate the centennial of Mary Kingsley's historic voyages to West Africa; includes historical background, photos and maps.

The author's "Travels in West Africa", first published in 1897. Provided as electronic text by Project Gutenberg.

Offers a brief profile and appreciation; includes audio clips from Living on Earth, a program distributed by Public Radio International.