9780656279043 - Collection des Relations de Voyages par Mer Et par Terre, en Différentes Parties de l'Afrique Depuis 1400 Jusqu'à Nos Jours, Vol. 13 (Classic Reprint) di Walckenaer... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating historical account delves into the experiences of Andrew Battel, an English adventurer who spent 18 years in the kingdoms of Congo and Angola during the late 16th century. Battel's firsthand observations provide a unique glimpse into the intricate political and cultural landscape of Central Africa at a time when European powers were beginning to establish their influence on the continent. The book explores the complexities of inter-tribal warfare, the impact of Portuguese colonialism, and the challenges faced by European explorers in unfamiliar and often hostile environments. Through Battel's narrative, readers gain valuable insights into the rich diversity of African societies and their interactions with the wider world during a period of profound change and exploration. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.