Memoirs Of The Reign Of Bossa Ahadee, King Of Dahomy: An Inland Country Of Guiney (1789) Hardback - 2009

Memoirs Of The Reign Of Bossa Ahadee, King Of Dahomy: An Inland Country Of Guiney (1789) is a historical book written by Robert Norris. The book is a first-hand account of the reign of Bossa Ahadee, the King of Dahomy, a region in West Africa. The author, Norris, was a British slave trader who spent several years in Dahomy and had a close relationship with the king. The book provides a detailed description of the political and social structure of Dahomy during the reign of Bossa Ahadee. It also sheds light on the customs, traditions, and religious practices of the Dahomian people. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the military campaigns of the king, the role of women in society, the slave trade, and the rituals of human sacrifice that were practiced in Dahomy. Memoirs Of The Reign Of Bossa Ahadee, King Of Dahomy is an important historical document that provides a rare insight into the life and times of one of the most powerful African rulers of the 18th century. The book is written in a clear and concise style and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African history, anthropology, or sociology.To Which Are Added, The Author�������s Journey To Abomey, The Capital, And A Short Account Of The African Slave Trade.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.