The Golden Trade: Or a Discovery of the River Gambra, and the Golden Trade of the Aethiopians (1904) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169295285)

The Golden Trade: Or A Discovery Of The River Gambra, And The Golden Trade Of The Aethiopians is a book written by Richard Jobson in 1623. The book describes Jobson's experiences during his journey to West Africa, where he discovered the River Gambra and the golden trade of the Aethiopians. The book is a first-hand account of Jobson's travels, and provides detailed descriptions of the people, culture, and geography of the region. Jobson's journey to West Africa was undertaken in the hope of finding new trade routes and opportunities for English merchants. The book describes his encounters with African rulers and merchants, and provides insights into the complex trade relationships that existed between different regions of Africa. Jobson also provides detailed descriptions of the natural resources and products of the region, including gold, ivory, and slaves.The Golden Trade is an important historical document, as it provides a rare insight into the early European exploration of Africa and the beginnings of the transatlantic slave trade. The book is also notable for its vivid descriptions of African culture and society, and for its detailed accounts of the natural environment of the region. This edition of The Golden Trade was published in 1904, and includes an introduction and notes by the editor, which provide additional context and historical background to Jobson's account. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of African history, as well as anyone interested in the early European exploration of the 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.

Author: Richard Jobson
ISBN-10: 1169295282
ISBN-13: 9781169295285
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 228
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 7.01h x 10.00w x 0.56d