Berbers and Blacks: Impressions of Morocco, Timbuktu and the Western Sudan

By David Prescott Barrows and 1873-1954 Barrows, David Prescott

Book Overview

Berbers and Blacks: Impressions of Morocco, Timbuktu and the Western Sudan is a travelogue written by David Prescott Barrows. The book is a detailed account of his travels through Morocco, Timbuktu, and the Western Sudan in the early 20th century. Barrows describes the people, cultures, and landscapes he encounters during his journey, with a particular focus on the Berber and Black populations. He provides insights into their customs, traditions, and ways of life, and reflects on the impact of European colonialism on these regions. The book is an important historical document, as it offers a rare glimpse into the social and political conditions of North and West Africa during the early 1900s. It is also a fascinating read for anyone interested in travel writing, anthropology, and African history.1927. Illustrated. Text from Barrows, prolific author who served as the ninth President of University of California. Contents: The Spell; Barbary; The Protectorate; Marrakech; South of the Sahara; Senegal; The Railroad; The Niger; Timbuktu; The Bush; The Black Veteran; Exploitation; Government; and The Black.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432610988
• ISBN13: 9781432610982
• Release Date: May 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"