Travels in Southern Abyssinia V2: Through the Country of Adal to the Kingdom of Shoa (1844)

Travels in Southern Abyssinia V2: Through the Country of Adal to the Kingdom of Shoa (1844) is a book written by Charles Johnston. It is a detailed account of his journey through Southern Abyssinia, which is now known as Ethiopia. The book is divided into two volumes, and this particular volume covers his travels through the country of Adal to the Kingdom of Shoa.Johnston's journey took place in the mid-19th century, and his account provides a fascinating insight into the culture, customs, and way of life of the people he encountered on his travels. He describes the landscape, the wildlife, and the various tribes he met along the way, providing a vivid picture of the region.The book is written in a straightforward and engaging style, and Johnston's observations are insightful and informative. He describes the challenges he faced on his journey, including harsh terrain, difficult weather conditions, and encounters with hostile tribes.Overall, Travels in Southern Abyssinia V2 is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on a little-known region of Africa. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, anthropology, or African history.In Two Volumes.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.