A Vanished Dynasty: Ashanti (1921) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166465193)

A Vanished Dynasty: Ashanti (1921) is a historical book written by Francis Charles Bernard Dudley Fuller. The book provides a detailed account of the Ashanti Empire, which was a powerful West African kingdom that existed from the 17th to the 19th century. The author delves into the history and culture of the Ashanti people, their political and social structures, and their interactions with other African tribes and European colonizers.Fuller uses a combination of primary and secondary sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the Ashanti Empire. He covers topics such as the Ashanti's military tactics, their religious beliefs, and their system of justice. The author also discusses the impact of the Atlantic slave trade on the Ashanti people and how it contributed to the decline of their empire.The book is written in a straightforward and informative style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. It includes maps, illustrations, and photographs to help readers visualize the Ashanti Empire and its people. Overall, A Vanished Dynasty: Ashanti (1921) is an essential read for anyone interested in African history and culture.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.

Author: Francis Charles Bernard Dudley Fuller
ISBN-10: 1166465195
ISBN-13: 9781166465193
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 280
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d