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Narrative Of Captain James Fawckner's Travels On The Coast Of Benin, West Africa

Narrative Of Captain James Fawckner's Travels On The Coast Of Benin, West Africa

By a. Friend of the Captain

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ISBN10: 1432523309
ISBN13: 9781432523305
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 140
Weight: 0.47
Height: 0.33 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Narrative of Captain James Fawckner's Travels on the Coast of Benin, West Africa is a firsthand account of the experiences of Captain James Fawckner during his travels along the coast of Benin in West Africa. The book is written by a friend of the captain, who has compiled his notes and journals into a coherent narrative.The book provides a detailed description of the geography, climate, and people of the region. It also includes accounts of the various tribes and kingdoms that Fawckner encountered during his journey, along with their customs, traditions, and beliefs.The author also documents Fawckner's interactions with the European traders and missionaries who had established a presence in the region. The book sheds light on the complex relationships between the European powers and the local rulers, as well as the impact of the slave trade on the region.Overall, Narrative of Captain James Fawckner's Travels on the Coast of Benin, West Africa provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of West Africa in the early 19th century, as seen through the eyes of a seasoned traveler and explorer.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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