and now plains of vast extent , and rich in waving grass , began to pass before his eyes . he saw many beautiful groves , and heard the songs of countless birds . at length he began to fail in strength for lack of food ; when he suddenly reached a high ground . from this he caught the first glimpse of the other land . but it appeared to be still far off , and all the country between , partly vailed in silvery mists , glittered with lakes and streams of water . as he pressed on , bokwewa came in sight of innumerable herds of stately deer , moose , and other animals which walked near his path , and they appeared to have no fear of man .
he lacked food .
why was bokwewa failing in strength ?
why was bokwewa failing in strength ?