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Travels And Life In Ashanti And Jaman (1898)

Travels And Life In Ashanti And Jaman (1898)

Freeman, Richard Austin

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1165872978
ISBN13: 9781165872978
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 598
Weight: 2.30
Height: 1.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Travels and Life in Ashanti and Jaman is a book written by Richard Austin Freeman in 1898. The book is a memoir of Freeman's travels through the regions of Ashanti and Jaman in West Africa during the late 19th century. Freeman was a British colonial administrator and writer who spent several years in Africa, and his experiences are documented in this book.The book begins with an overview of Freeman's journey to West Africa and his arrival in the region. He then describes his experiences living among the Ashanti people, including their customs, language, and way of life. Freeman also provides a detailed account of the Ashanti War of 1895, which he witnessed firsthand.In the second part of the book, Freeman travels to the neighboring region of Jaman, where he spends several months exploring the area and learning about the local culture. He describes the landscape, the people, and their traditions in great detail, providing a fascinating glimpse into a world that was largely unknown to Westerners at the time.Throughout the book, Freeman provides insights into the challenges of colonial administration in Africa, as well as the impact of European imperialism on the local populations. He also reflects on his own role as a colonial administrator and his interactions with the people he met during his travels.Travels and Life in Ashanti and Jaman is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on life in West Africa during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African history, colonialism, and the impact of European imperialism on the continent.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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