The Journal of a Mission to the Interior of Africa in 1805. Together with other documents, official and private, relating to that mission, to which is added a sketch of the life of Mr. Park, is a unique document that offers a deep dive into the history of the study and exploration of Africa in the XIX century The author, Mungo Park, reveals to the reader his impressions, observations, and adventures while venturing into this dangerous and unknown territory. The book presents not only Park's journal itself, but also other documents related to this important mission, which expanded the boundaries of knowledge about Africa at the time. Documents, both official and private, help to better understand the context and conditions under which the research was conducted. Not only the description of the trip unfolds before the reader, but also the life path of Mungo Park himself, which is revealed in the introduction. This legendary explorer and traveler opened new horizons for world geography and cultural studies, becoming one of the pioneers in the study of the African continent. Readers of the book "Journal of a Mission to the Interior of Africa in 1805" will have a unique opportunity to travel to the time of great geographical discoveries and uncover the secrets of mysterious Africa with the great explorer Mungo Park.