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The Highlands Of Aethiopia

The Highlands Of Aethiopia

William Cornwallis Harris

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Historia de África
ISBN:
9781276936927
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'The Highlands Of Aethiopia' is a fascinating three-volume account of exploration and adventure in 19th-century Ethiopia, written by William Cornwallis Harris. This first volume details the early stages of his journey, offering vivid descriptions of the landscape, people, and culture he encountered. Harris’s keen observations provide a unique window into a world largely unknown to European audiences at the time. Through his detailed prose, readers are transported to the highlands of Ethiopia, experiencing the challenges and wonders of early exploration. This volume is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African history, travel literature, and the intersection of cultures during a period of significant global change. Discover the rich tapestry of Ethiopian life as seen through the eyes of a dedicated explorer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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