The Palm Land: Or West Africa, Illustrated

By George Thompson

Book Overview

The Palm Land: Or West Africa, Illustrated is a book written by George Thompson and published in 1859. The book is a detailed account of Thompson's travels through West Africa, where he spent several years exploring the region and documenting his experiences. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of West African life, including the geography, climate, flora and fauna, and the customs and traditions of the people who live there. The book is illustrated with numerous engravings and sketches, providing a visual representation of the landscapes and people that Thompson encountered on his travels. The Palm Land: Or West Africa, Illustrated is a valuable historical document, offering a unique perspective on West Africa in the mid-19th century.Being A History Of Missionary Labors And Travels, With Descriptions Of Men And Things In Western Africa. Also, A Synopsis Of All The Missionary Work On That Continent.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: 1165940809
• ISBN13: 9781165940806
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 460 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"