ISBN: 9781331573647 - abstract of a journal of e. bacon, assistant agent of the united states, to africa: with an appendix containing extracts from proceeding of the church ... in england (classic reprint) [idioma inglés] (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the vivid firsthand account of the author's journey to Africa in 1821 as part of a delegation tasked with identifying suitable land for a settlement of freed Black Americans. It shares the challenges and successes of their mission and provides a rich historical lens to view the realities of West Africa at this time. The author's frank descriptions encompass not only the serene beauty of the land but also the confronting reality of the slave trade. He sensitively narrates the inherent dignity and desire for education and self-improvement shown by the indigenous people he encountered while highlighting the devastating impact of the slave trade on their communities. This insightful narrative deepens our understanding of the transatlantic slave trade, colonization, and the people of Africa, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in African history, the African diaspora, and the fight against racial injustice. 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.…