The White Man's Grave: A Visit To Sierra Leone In 1834

By F Harrison Rankin and F. Harrison Rankin

Book Overview

The White Man�������s Grave: A Visit To Sierra Leone In 1834 is a historical book written by F. Harrison Rankin. The book is a firsthand account of the author's visit to Sierra Leone in 1834, a British colony established as a refuge for freed slaves. In the book, Rankin describes the customs, culture, and daily life of the indigenous people of Sierra Leone, as well as the experiences of the freed slaves who settled there. He also provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of Sierra Leone. The book is divided into chapters, with each chapter focusing on a different aspect of life in Sierra Leone. Rankin discusses the history of the colony, the political and economic systems in place, and the challenges faced by the settlers. He also provides insight into the religious beliefs of the people, including the practice of Islam and traditional African religions. Throughout the book, Rankin's observations are colored by his own biases and prejudices, which reflect the attitudes of many Europeans at the time. However, his account is valuable as a historical document, providing a glimpse into life in Sierra Leone during the early 19th century. Overall, The White Man�������s Grave: A Visit To Sierra Leone In 1834 is an engaging and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the history of Sierra Leone and its people. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African history or colonialism.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116362098X
• ISBN13: 9781163620984
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"