Seven Years Among The Fjort (1887)

By Richard Edward Dennett

Book Overview

Seven Years Among The Fjort is a non-fiction book written by Richard Edward Dennett and published in 1887. The book is a personal account of Dennett's experiences living among the Fjort people in the Congo region of Africa during the late 19th century. Dennett was an English missionary who arrived in the Congo in 1879 and spent seven years living among the Fjort people. During this time, he learned their language and customs and gained a deep understanding of their way of life. The book is divided into 18 chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Fjort culture and society. Dennett writes about their religious beliefs, social structure, economic practices, and daily life. He also describes the impact of European colonialism on the Fjort people and the conflicts that arose between them and the European powers.Throughout the book, Dennett provides detailed descriptions of the Fjort people and their way of life, as well as his own observations and reflections. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to accompany his writing.Seven Years Among The Fjort is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on African culture and society during the colonial era. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in anthropology, history, or African studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437108407
• ISBN13: 9781437108408
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.1"