First footsteps in east africa: or, an exploration of harar
Auteur :
Burton, Richard
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9781108030304
Date de publication :
7 juil. 2011
Dimensions :
21,6 x 14,0 x 4,3 cm
Poids :
930 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
In this book, published in 1856, the British explorer Sir Richard Burton (1821–1890) recounts his journey to Harar, notorious for its slave trade. Burton's visit was believed to be the first by a European, and it resulted in this fascinating glimpse into a then unknown city and culture.