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The Tourmaline Expedition: With An Appendix On South West Barbary As A Field For Colonization (1906)

The Tourmaline Expedition: With An Appendix On South West Barbary As A Field For Colonization (1906)

Spilsbury, Albert Gibbon
Stewart, W. B.

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Medieval & Renaissance HistoryTravel WritingFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1120206847
ISBN13: 9781120206848
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 278
Weight: 0.83
Height: 0.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Tourmaline Expedition, written by Albert Gibbon Spilsbury in 1906, is a book that documents the author's travels and explorations in South West Barbary, which is located in present-day Morocco. The book is divided into two parts: the first part details Spilsbury's journey through the region, while the second part is an appendix that discusses the potential of the area as a site for colonization.In the first part of the book, Spilsbury describes his experiences traveling through South West Barbary, including encounters with local people and observations on the natural environment. He provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, including the mountains, rivers, and flora and fauna of the region. He also discusses the history and culture of the local Berber people, as well as their customs and traditions.The second part of the book, the appendix, focuses on the potential for colonization in South West Barbary. Spilsbury argues that the region has great potential for European settlement and development, citing its strategic location, fertile land, and natural resources. He also discusses the challenges that would need to be overcome in order to establish a successful colony, including the need for infrastructure and the potential for conflict with local tribes.Overall, The Tourmaline Expedition provides a detailed and insightful account of one man's journey through South West Barbary, as well as an interesting perspective on the potential for colonization in the region. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of North Africa, as well as the history of colonialism and exploration.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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