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Title: Algeria
Condition: New
Subtitle: The Topography and History, Political, Social and Natural, of French Africa
Format: Hardback
ISBN-10: 1850770174
EAN: 9781850770176
ISBN: 9781850770176
Publisher: Darf Publishers Ltd
Genre: Law & Politics
Topic: Science Nature & Math, History
Release Date: 01/01/1984
Description: First published in 1854, and here reproduced in fine facsimile, John Reynell Morell's guide to French North Africa now serves as a unique historical source work.Originally intended as a practical guide to the region, this was the book no self-respecting Victorian traveller would fail to pack, along with his rifle and sola topi. As stated in the Preface: 'Imbued with the spirit of the times, the author has endeavoured impartially to collect, compare, and condense as many useful facts as possible in this volume.' But beyond the facts come fascinating pen-portraits of the inhabitants of Algeria, their customs, beliefs and daily lives. Much useful information is provided on the effects of French colonisation which have left an indelible trace upon the culture of that area. Few countries have contained such an admixture of race and religion, and this account helps bring to life the vibrancy of that age. Add to this the author's insatiable quest for the unusual, and we are left with an intriguing description of mid-nineteenth-century Algeria, and an invaluable reference for historical study.
Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: GB
Item Height: 140mm
Item Length: 220mm
Author: No Author
Release Year: 1984

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