The Western Coast Of Africa: Journal Of An Officer Under Captain Owen

By Peter Leonard

Book Overview

The Western Coast of Africa: Journal of an Officer Under Captain Owen (1833) is a historical account written by Peter Leonard. The book details the author's experiences as an officer on board Captain Owen's ship during a surveying expedition along the western coast of Africa in the early 19th century. Throughout the book, Leonard describes the various challenges and dangers faced by the crew as they navigated through uncharted waters and encountered hostile tribes. He also provides insight into the local customs, traditions, and way of life of the African people they encountered. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the history of Africa during a time of great change and upheaval, as European powers began to assert their influence over the continent. It is also a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the early exploration and colonization of Africa. Overall, The Western Coast of Africa: Journal of an Officer Under Captain Owen (1833) is a captivating read that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in African history.Records Of A Voyage In The Ship Dryad, In 1830-32.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: 1165793407
• ISBN13: 9781165793402
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"