The Western Coast Of Africa

The Western Coast Of Africa

Peter Leonard

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104509361
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''The Western Coast of Africa: Journal of an Officer under Captain Owen (1833)'' is a historical account written by Peter Leonard, detailing his experiences serving under Captain William Fitzwilliam Owen during his surveying expeditions along the west coast of Africa in the early 19th century. The book provides a vivid and detailed description of the various cultures, landscapes, and peoples encountered during the voyage, as well as the challenges and dangers faced by the crew while navigating unfamiliar waters and dealing with hostile tribes. Leonard’s journal offers a unique perspective on the colonial history of Africa, providing valuable insights into the social and political dynamics of the region during a time of great change and upheaval. With its engaging narrative style and rich historical detail, ''The Western Coast of Africa'' is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Africa, colonialism, or naval exploration.''Records Of A Voyage In The Ship Dryad, In 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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