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Remarks On The Country Extending From Cape Palmas To The River Congo

Including Observations On The Manners And Customs Of The Inhabitants (1823)

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280 pages

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Focusing on West Africa, the book chronicles John Adams' travels from Cape Palmas to the River Congo in 1823. It explores the region's geography, climate, and biodiversity while offering in-depth insights into the customs and traditions of various local tribes. Adams reflects on the social, political, and economic landscape, highlighting the effects of European colonization and the slave trade. His firsthand experiences and observations make this work a significant historical document, enriching the understanding of African culture and society. An appendix details European trade with the West Coast of Africa.

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9781437100556

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2008, paperback

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