Observations on the Slave Trade and a Description of Some Part of the Coast of Guinea, During a Voyage, Made in 1787, and 1788, in Company With Doctor A. Sparrman and Captain Arrehenius

Wadström, Carl Bernhard

ISBN 10: 1023572680 / ISBN 13: 9781023572682

Published by Anson Street Press, 2025

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Observations on the Slave Trade and a Description of Some Part of the Coast of Guinea, During a Voyage, Made in 1787, and 1788, in Company With Doctor A. Sparrman and Captain Arrehenius
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1023572680
• ISBN 13: 9781023572682
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Venture into the heart of the 18th-century slave trade with Carl Bernhard Wadstrom's "Observations on the slave trade and a description of some part of the coast of Guinea." This compelling historical account details Wadstrom's voyage in 1787 and 1788 to West Africa, specifically Guinea, accompanied by Doctor A. Sparrman and Captain Arrehenius.

Providing invaluable insights into the practices and realities of the slave trade, this work stands as a crucial document for understanding a dark chapter in history. Wadstrom's observations offer a rare glimpse into the coastal regions of Guinea and the broader context of European involvement in the African slave trade.

A vital resource for those interested in African history, the history of slavery, and 18th-century travel, this book offers firsthand perspectives on a pivotal period. Explore the complexities of the era through this meticulously prepared print republication, ensuring the accessibility of this important historical text for years to come.

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