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"Journal of an African Cruiser" is a detailed account of a voyage along the West Coast of Africa, penned by Horatio Bridge, an officer in the U.S. Navy, and edited by Nathaniel Hawthorne. The narrative is structured as a daily journal, capturing the experiences and observations of Bridge during his time on the African coast. The journey begins with the ship's departure from New York, navigating through the Gulf Stream, and encountering various challenges at sea, including the burial of a crew member. The ship makes several stops, including the Canary Islands, Cape de Verds, and various points along the African coast such as Monrovia and Cape Palmas. Bridge provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, the people he encounters, and the socio-political dynamics of the regions visited. He offers insights into the lives of the Kroomen, the customs of the native tribes, and the operations of European settlements. A significant portion of the journal is dedicated to the colony of Liberia, where Bridge evaluates its condition and prospects with an objective lens, free from partisan bias. He notes the progress and challenges faced by the colony, drawing comparisons with his previous visit three years earlier. The journal also touches on the influence of missionaries, the evolution of the slave trade, and the interactions between the colonists and native populations. Bridge's account is not only a travelogue but also a reflection on the broader implications of colonization and the cultural exchanges occurring on the African coast during the mid-19th century.
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Horatio Bridge (April 8, 1806 - March 18, 1893) was an officer of the United States Navy who, as Chief of the Bureau of Provisions
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -'Journal of an African Cruiser' is a travel narrative written by Horatio Bridge. Published in 1845, the book recounts Bridge's experiences during his time serving as a naval officer aboard the USS Decatur on the coast of West Africa. The narrative provides insights into the challenges and observations of the African coast during the mid-19th century.Horatio Bridge's journal details his encounters with various African cultures, the landscapes, and the complexities of the slave trade, which was a significant focus of naval efforts in the region at that time. The work offers readers a firsthand account of the author's experiences and perspectives on the African coast and its maritime activities.For those interested in maritime history, naval exploration, and 19th-century perspectives on Africa, 'Journal of an African Cruiser' provides a historical document that sheds light on the naval operations and cultural landscapes of the period. 154 pp. Englisch. Seller Inventory # 9791041984053
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