A Voice From North Africa

A Voice From North Africa

Nathan Davis

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Poesía
ISBN:
9781437471502
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''A Voice From North Africa'' is a book written by Nathan Davis in 1844. The book is a narrative that provides an illustrative description of the religious ceremonies, customs, and manners of the inhabitants of North Africa. The author, who was a missionary in the region, shares his experiences and observations of the people, their culture, and their way of life. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Islamic religion, the role of women in society, the practice of slavery, and the various tribes and ethnic groups that populate the region. ''A Voice From North Africa'' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of North Africa and provides a unique insight into the lives of its people during the mid-19th century.With An Historical Introduction And Appendix.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.

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