Sketches From The Dark Continent

By Willis R. Hotchkiss

Sketches From The Dark Continent is a collection of personal anecdotes and observations by Willis R. Hotchkiss, an American missionary who spent several years in Africa in the late 19th century. The book is a vivid and detailed account of Hotchkiss' experiences in various parts of the continent, including his encounters with African tribes, wildlife, and natural landscapes. Hotchkiss describes his interactions with local people, his struggles to adapt to the harsh living conditions, and his efforts to spread Christianity in a foreign land. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs that provide a visual representation of the people, places, and events that Hotchkiss describes. Overall, Sketches From The Dark Continent is a fascinating and informative glimpse into a bygone era of African history and the life of an American missionary.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: 054814544X
• ISBN13: 9780548145449
• Release Date: July 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"