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EAN13
9791041984053
Éditeur
CULTUREA
Date de publication
31 janvier 2024
Nombre de pages
154
Dimensions
22 x 17 x 1,1 cm
Poids
280 g
Langue
eng

Journal Of An African Cruiser

Horatio Bridge

CULTUREA

Prix public : 15,90 €

"Journal of an African Cruiser" is a travel narrative written by Horatio Bridge. Published in 1845, the book recounts Bridge's experiences during his time serving as a naval officer aboard the USS Decatur on the coast of West Africa. The narrative provides insights into the challenges and observations of the African coast during the mid-19th century. Horatio Bridge's journal details his encounters with various African cultures, the landscapes, and the complexities of the slave trade, which was a significant focus of naval efforts in the region at that time. The work offers readers a firsthand account of the author's experiences and perspectives on the African coast and its maritime activities. For those interested in maritime history, naval exploration, and 19th-century perspectives on Africa, "Journal of an African Cruiser" provides a historical document that sheds light on the naval operations and cultural landscapes of the period.
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