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Records Of A Voyage To The Western Coast Of Africa In His Majesty’s Ship Dryad (1833)

Records Of A Voyage To The Western Coast Of Africa In His Majesty’s Ship Dryad (1833)

Peter Leonard

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781120023087
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Records Of A Voyage To The Western Coast Of Africa In His Majesty�������s Ship Dryad (1833) is a historical travelogue written by Peter Leonard. The book chronicles the author’s experiences during his voyage to the western coast of Africa in 1833 aboard the British Royal Navy ship, the Dryad. Throughout the book, Leonard provides detailed descriptions of the various places he visited, including Sierra Leone, the Gambia, and Cape Coast Castle in modern-day Ghana. He also describes the people he encountered, including the local tribes and European traders. The author provides insights into the political and economic systems of the region, including the slave trade and the impact of European colonization on the African people. He also discusses the natural resources of the region, including the flora and fauna, and the potential for trade with Europe. Overall, Records Of A Voyage To The Western Coast Of Africa In His Majesty�������s Ship Dryad (1833) is a fascinating and informative account of a journey to a region that was undergoing significant change during the 19th century. It provides valuable insights into the history and culture of West Africa and the impact of European imperialism on the region.And Of The Service On That Station For The Suppression Of The Slave Trade, In The Years 1830-32.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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