Three Visits to Madagascar During the Years 1853 to 1856 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432620226)

""Three Visits to Madagascar During the Years 1853 to 1856"" is a book written by Reverend William Ellis. The book is a detailed account of the author's three visits to Madagascar, which took place between the years 1853 and 1856. The book provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the culture, history, and society of Madagascar during this time period. Reverend Ellis was a Christian missionary who spent a significant amount of time in Madagascar, and his experiences and observations are reflected in the book. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the political and social structure of Madagascar, the customs and traditions of the Malagasy people, and the impact of Christianity on the island. The author also provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, flora, and fauna of Madagascar, as well as its natural resources and economy. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds and interests. Overall, ""Three Visits to Madagascar During the Years 1853 to 1856"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the culture and society of Madagascar during a significant period of its history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African history, missionary work, or the study of colonialism and imperialism.Including a Journey to the Capital; with Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilization of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs.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: Reverend William Ellis
ISBN-10: 1432620223
ISBN-13: 9781432620226
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/15/2004
Pages: 428
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d