PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique glimpse into the remarkable 1817 expedition to the powerful Ashanti Kingdom of West Africa. Led by British envoy Thomas Edward Bowdich, the mission sought to establish diplomatic relations and open trade routes with the formidable Ashanti. Bowdich's detailed account provides invaluable insights into the vibrant culture, political complexities, and military prowess of this prominent African empire. Through vivid descriptions of elaborate ceremonies, encounters with royal figures, and explorations of the region's diverse landscapes, the author challenges European perceptions of Africa and highlights the sophisticated nature of pre-colonial African societies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 506 | Sprache: Französisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.
Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 506 | Sprache: Französisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.