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Title:
Langs de kust van Afrika
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1875
Note: Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Langs de kust van Afrika" by vicomte de Alphonse Jean René Fleuriot de Langle is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative delves into the rich history of Africa's coastal regions, covering both the ancient and modern exploration of the continent, with a particular focus on the scientific understanding of its peoples, lands, and cultures. The author aims to share the findings and observations gathered during his own travels along the western coast of Africa aboard the fregat "de Zenobia," emphasizing ethnographic and linguistic studies. The opening of the work establishes the historical significance of Africa, referencing notable figures like Caesar and Dr. Livingstone, while hinting at the mysteries that still envelop the continent. It presents a rich tapestry of Africa's past, highlighting exploration efforts, the impact of the slave trade, the interactions of diverse cultures, and the role of various nations in Africa's history. As the narrative unfolds, readers are transported aboard Langle’s ship, where personal experiences and broad historical themes intertwine, offering an insightful glimpse into the diverse realities of African societies that the author is set to explore further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Fleuriot de Langle, Alphonse Jean René, vicomte de, 1809-1881
EBook No.: 48493
Published: Mar 15, 2015
Downloads: 63
Language: Dutch
Subject: Africa, West -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Langs de kust van Afrika
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1875
Note: Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net/
for Project
Gutenberg
Summary: "Langs de kust van Afrika" by vicomte de Alphonse Jean René Fleuriot de Langle is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative delves into the rich history of Africa's coastal regions, covering both the ancient and modern exploration of the continent, with a particular focus on the scientific understanding of its peoples, lands, and cultures. The author aims to share the findings and observations gathered during his own travels along the western coast of Africa aboard the fregat "de Zenobia," emphasizing ethnographic and linguistic studies. The opening of the work establishes the historical significance of Africa, referencing notable figures like Caesar and Dr. Livingstone, while hinting at the mysteries that still envelop the continent. It presents a rich tapestry of Africa's past, highlighting exploration efforts, the impact of the slave trade, the interactions of diverse cultures, and the role of various nations in Africa's history. As the narrative unfolds, readers are transported aboard Langle’s ship, where personal experiences and broad historical themes intertwine, offering an insightful glimpse into the diverse realities of African societies that the author is set to explore further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Fleuriot de Langle, Alphonse Jean René, vicomte de, 1809-1881
EBook No.: 48493
Published: Mar 15, 2015
Downloads: 63
Language: Dutch
Subject: Africa, West -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.