Gabon: schetsen uit West-Afrika by Marie-Théophile Griffon du Bellay

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Author Griffon du Bellay, Marie-Théophile, 1829-1908
Title Gabon: schetsen uit West-Afrika
De Aarde en haar volken, 1868
Original Publication Netherlands: H. D. Tjeenk Willink & Zn.,1918.
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Summary "Gabon: schetsen uit West-Afrika" by Marie-Théophile Griffon du Bellay is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the establishment of the French in Gabon, detailing the climate, geography, local tribes, and socio-economic conditions. It likely presents a detailed view of daily life, customs, and interactions between the indigenous populations and European colonizers. The opening of the text introduces the context of Gabon during the period of French colonization, discussing the challenges posed by the local climate and the complexity of the land's geography. The author describes the interactions between the French and various African tribes, such as the Mpongwen and the Boulous, and comments on issues such as the slave trade and the ineffectiveness of missionary efforts in the region. In addition, it highlights the social structure, including the roles of women and the nature of local governance under tribal leaders, providing insight into both the local cultures and the European perspective on colonization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Gabon -- Description and travel
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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