West-African Sketches: Compiled From The Reports Of Sir G. R. Collier, Sir Charles MacCarthy And Other Official Sources

By G R Collier and Charles MacCarthy

Book Overview

West-African Sketches is a collection of reports and observations compiled by Sir G.R. Collier, Sir Charles MacCarthy, and other official sources about the West African region. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the customs, traditions, and daily life of the people living in the various regions of West Africa, including Sierra Leone, Liberia, and the Gold Coast. The authors describe the geography, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the political and economic systems in place. They also provide insights into the impact of colonialism on West Africa and the efforts made by the British government to establish trade and commerce in the region. West-African Sketches is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and society of West Africa.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: 1163236845
• ISBN13: 9781163236840
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"