Le Bondou: étude de géographie et d'histoire soudaniennes by A. Rançon
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"Le Bondou: étude de géographie et d'histoire soudaniennes" by A. Rançon is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This monograph delves into the geography and history of the Bondou region in Sudan and presents a comprehensive account of its cultural, social, and geographical elements. The work aims to illuminate the history and significance of Bondou, which remains largely obscure to the wider public despite its unique attributes and historical
figures, such as Prince Sissibé Ousman Gassy. At the start of the work, the author discusses the fleeting nature of public attention in France, illustrated through the rise and fall of notable figures, such as the aforementioned prince from Bondou, who once captivated the capital's curiosity. Rançon details the limited knowledge about Bondou's geography and history despite contributions from earlier scholars. The opening provides a rich description of the landscape, highlighting the terrain, climate, hydrology, flora, and fauna of Bondou, further setting the stage for a thorough examination of the region's past and its relationships with surrounding territories. The narrative also introduces the region's unique historical figures and Indigenous cultures, establishing a foundation for the subsequent analysis in the monograph. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rançon, A. (André), 1858-1900 |
|---|---|
| Title | Le Bondou: étude de géographie et d'histoire soudaniennes |
| Original Publication | Bordeaux: G. Gounouilhou, 1894. |
| Credits | Galo Flordelis (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bayerische Staatsbibliothek) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Boundou (Senegal) -- History |
| Subject | Africa, French-speaking West -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74481 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 476 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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