Travels in Western Africa in 1845 & 1846, Volume 2 (of 2) by John Duncan
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"Travels in Western Africa, 1845 & 1846, Volume 2" by John Duncan is a detailed travel account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the author's journey through regions in Western Africa, particularly focusing on his experiences traveling from Whydah through the Kingdom of Dahomey to Adofoodia, amidst diverse cultures and landscapes. The work not only documents the geography and people he encounters but also explores the customs, markets, and political
intricacies of the areas visited. At the start of this volume, Duncan embarks on his expedition through the Zafidah Mountains, where he receives a warm welcome from local leaders called Caboceers. His opening experiences detail interactions with these leaders and their communities, marked by hospitality and exchange of gifts. The narrative vividly depicts the landscapes, agricultural practices, and the local livelihoods, highlighting features such as bustling markets rich with provisions and the sociopolitical dynamics of the Dahoman society, including the impacts of war and history on the societies he engages with. Duncan’s observations provide a first-hand view of the culture and environment of Western Africa during this period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Duncan, John, 1805-1849 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Travels in Western Africa in 1845 & 1846, Volume 2 (of 2) comprising a journey from Whydah through the Kingdom of Dahomey to Adofoodia in the interior |
| Alternate Title |
Travels in Western Africa in 1845 and 1846, Volume 2 (of 2) comprising a journey from Whydah through the Kingdom of Dahomey to Adofoodia in the interior |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Richard Bentley,1847. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Africa, West -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Benin -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69179 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 482 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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