Travels in Southern Abyssinia

Travels in Southern Abyssinia

Charles Johnston

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Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
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Historia de África
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9781023550765
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Venture into 19th-century East Africa with 'Travels in southern Abyssinia,' Charles Johnston’s captivating account of exploration through the region now known as Ethiopia. This meticulously reprinted edition, the second volume of two, chronicles Johnston’s journey 'through the country of Adal to the kingdom of Shoa,' offering a rare glimpse into the landscapes and cultures of Abyssinia (historical Ethiopia).Part travelogue and part historical record, this volume details the author’s experiences in Shewa (Shoa) and surrounding territories. Readers interested in the history and geography of Ethiopia, Abyssinia, and the Adal region will find this work an invaluable primary source. Journey back in time to discover the people, places, and customs of a fascinating and often overlooked corner of the world. A significant historical account perfect for those fascinated by the exploration of Africa.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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