Ethiopia, The Land Of Promise: A Book With A Purpose (1917) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120347510)

""Ethiopia, The Land Of Promise: A Book With A Purpose"" is a historical and cultural exploration of the African nation of Ethiopia, written by Clayton Adams and originally published in 1917. The book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Ethiopia's geography, natural resources, and people, as well as its rich history and cultural traditions. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Ethiopian life and society. The first chapter provides an overview of the country's geography, including its mountains, rivers, and climate. The second chapter explores the various ethnic groups that make up Ethiopia's population, including the Amhara, Oromo, and Tigray people. Subsequent chapters delve into Ethiopia's history, including its ancient kingdoms and empires, as well as its more recent struggles against colonialism and foreign invasion. The book also examines Ethiopia's religious and cultural traditions, including its unique Orthodox Christian church and its vibrant music and dance scene. Throughout the book, Adams emphasizes Ethiopia's potential as a great nation, describing it as a ""land of promise"" that is rich in natural resources and cultural heritage. He also advocates for greater international recognition and support for Ethiopia, arguing that the country has much to offer the world. Overall, ""Ethiopia, The Land Of Promise: A Book With A Purpose"" is a fascinating and informative look at one of Africa's most important and influential nations. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of Ethiopia's history, culture, and people, and makes a compelling case for the country's continued growth and development.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: Clayton Adams
ISBN-10: 1120347513
ISBN-13: 9781120347510
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/15/2009
Pages: 130
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d