British explorer, geographer, translator, writer, soldier, orientalist, cartographer, ethnologist, spy, linguist, poet, fencer, and diplomat
A mission to Gelele, King of Dahome
A mission to Gelele, King of Dahome
Synopsis
Richard Francis Burton's account details his diplomatic mission to the West African Kingdom of Dahomey in 1863. He provides a firsthand look at the court of King Gelele, the culture, and the controversial practices of the Dahomeyan people, including their famed female warriors. This historical record offers a unique perspective on a powerful African kingdom during a period of significant colonial expansion.
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A mission to Gelele, king of DahomeUnknown, 1893
305 pages
Tylston and EdwardsLanguage: English5 editions available
