The Palm Land

The Palm Land: Or West Africa, Illustrated is a book written by George Thompson and published in 1859. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels in West Africa, particularly in the regions of Sierra Leone, Liberia, and the Gold Coast. The book is illustrated with engravings and sketches of the people, landscapes, and wildlife that Thompson encountered during his travels.Thompson's account provides a vivid description of the customs, traditions, and daily life of the West African people, as well as their political and economic systems. He also describes the impact of the slave trade on the region, and the efforts of Christian missionaries to bring about social and cultural change.The book is written in a lively and engaging style, and provides a valuable historical record of West Africa during the mid-19th century. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in African history, travel literature, or the impact of colonialism on the continent.Being A History Of Missionary Labors And Travels, With Descriptions Of Men And Things In Western Africa. Also, A Synopsis Of All The Missionary Work On That Continent.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.