A firsthand look at early 19th-century Africa missions, colonial ventures, and the debates over civilization and slavery.
This book compiles the perspective of E. Bacon, an assistant agent in Africa, with additional material from mission society proceedings. It presents observations, the status of colonies like Sierra Leone and Gambia, and discussions about colonization, commerce, and Christian outreach. The included appendix gathers extracts that illuminate the era’s efforts to shape African policy and missionary work.
- Eyewitness accounts from travels and shipboard experiences in West Africa and the Caribbean.
- Appendices with official extracts from church and colonial discussions on African settlements and trade.
- Profiles of colonial posts, including Sierra Leone and Gambia, and notes on their growth and trade.
- Context on American colonization plans on the African coast and responses from colonial authorities.
Ideal for readers of historical accounts of Africa, missionary history, and early 19th‑century Atlantic trade and reform efforts.