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Adventures And Observations On The West Coast Of Africa And Its Islands: Historical And Descriptive Sketches Of Madeira, Canary, Biafra, And Cape Verd Islands (1860)
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Adventures And Observations On The West Coast Of Africa And Its Islands: Historical And Descriptive Sketches Of Madeira, Canary, Biafra, And Cape Verd Islands (1860)

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Adventures and Observations on the West Coast of Africa and its Islands is a historical and descriptive account of the travels of Charles W. Thomas in the mid-19th century. The book covers his experiences and observations of the West Coast of Africa and its islands, including Madeira, Canary, Biafra, and Cape Verd Islands. The book provides a detailed account of the history, geography, and culture of the regions, as well as the author's personal experiences with the people and landscapes. Thomas writes about the slave trade, the local flora and fauna, and the customs and traditions of the people he encountered. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of West Africa and its islands, as well as for those interested in travel writing and adventure literature. It provides a unique perspective on the region during a period of significant historical and cultural change. Overall, Adventures and Observations on the West Coast of Africa and its Islands is an engaging and informative read that offers a glimpse into a fascinating and little-known part of the world.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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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing Co
Country
United States
Date
2 June 2008
Pages
496
ISBN
9780548996751

Adventures and Observations on the West Coast of Africa and its Islands is a historical and descriptive account of the travels of Charles W. Thomas in the mid-19th century. The book covers his experiences and observations of the West Coast of Africa and its islands, including Madeira, Canary, Biafra, and Cape Verd Islands. The book provides a detailed account of the history, geography, and culture of the regions, as well as the author's personal experiences with the people and landscapes. Thomas writes about the slave trade, the local flora and fauna, and the customs and traditions of the people he encountered. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of West Africa and its islands, as well as for those interested in travel writing and adventure literature. It provides a unique perspective on the region during a period of significant historical and cultural change. Overall, Adventures and Observations on the West Coast of Africa and its Islands is an engaging and informative read that offers a glimpse into a fascinating and little-known part of the world.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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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing Co
Country
United States
Date
2 June 2008
Pages
496
ISBN
9780548996751