Isbn: 9781025774183 - the land of the pepper bird: liberia (8 risultati)

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Land of the Pepper Bird: Liberia' is an evocative and insightful exploration of Liberia during the early 20th century. Written by Sidney De la Rue, who served as a financial official in the country, this work offers a rare first-hand perspective on the social, political, and cultural landscape of Africa's oldest republic. The narrative delves into the daily lives of the Liberian people, the complexities of the nation's governance, and the unique challenges faced by a country founded by formerly enslaved people from the United States.Through vivid descriptions of the geography and traditions of the region, the author captures the spirit of a nation striving for identity and progress. From the bustling coastal towns to the dense inland forests, the book provides a detailed look at the flora, fauna, and diverse tribal customs that define the region. This work remains a significant historical document for readers interested in West African history, the connections between the United States and Liberia, and the evolution of West African society during the 1920s. 'The Land of the Pepper Bird: Liberia' provides essential context for understanding the geopolitical and cultural roots of the nation through the eyes of a knowledgeable observer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. …

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Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "The Land of the Pepper Bird: Liberia" is an evocative and insightful exploration of Liberia during the early 20th century. Written by Sidney De la Rue, who served as a financial official in the country, this work offers a rare first-hand perspective on the social, political, and cultural landscape of Africa's oldest republic. The narrative delves into the daily lives of the Liberian people, the complexities of the nation's governance, and the unique challenges faced by a country founded by formerly enslaved people from the United States.Through vivid descriptions of the geography and traditions of the region, the author captures the spirit of a nation striving for identity and progress. From the bustling coastal towns to the dense inland forests, the book provides a detailed look at the flora, fauna, and diverse tribal customs that define the region. This work remains a significant historical document for readers interested in West African history, the connections between the United States and Liberia, and the evolution of West African society during the 1920s. "The Land of the Pepper Bird: Liberia" provides essential context for understanding the geopolitical and cultural roots of the nation through the eyes of a knowledgeable observer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…