Four Years In Liberia
A Sketch Of The Life Of Samuel Williams, With Remarks On The Missions, Manners, And Customs Of The Natives Of Western Africa (1857)
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Four Years In Liberia: A Sketch Of The Life Of Samuel Williams, With Remarks On The Missions, Manners, And Customs Of The Natives Of Western Africa (1857) is a memoir written by Samuel Williams, an African American who spent four years in Liberia in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences in Liberia, including his observations on the country's missions, manners, and customs. Williams was born into slavery in Virginia in the early 1800s and later gained his freedom. He became a missionary and was sent to Liberia in 1853 by the American Colonization Society,...
Four Years In Liberia: A Sketch Of The Life Of Samuel Williams, With Remarks On The Missions, Manners, And Customs Of The Natives Of Western Africa (1857) is a memoir written by Samuel Williams, an African American who spent four years in Liberia in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences in Liberia, including his observations on the country's missions, manners, and customs. Williams was born into slavery in Virginia in the early 1800s and later gained his freedom. He became a missionary and was sent to Liberia in 1853 by the American Colonization Society, which aimed to resettle free African Americans in Africa. In his memoir, Williams describes his journey to Liberia, his work as a missionary, and his interactions with the native people. He also discusses the political and social conditions of Liberia at the time, including the country's struggles with slavery and colonization. Throughout the book, Williams provides vivid descriptions of the landscape and wildlife of Liberia, as well as the culture and traditions of the local tribes. He also reflects on the challenges he faced as an African American missionary in a country that was still grappling with issues of race and identity. Overall, Four Years In Liberia offers a unique perspective on the history of Liberia and the experiences of African Americans in the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African American history, African colonialism, or the history of Liberia.Together With An Answer To Nesbit¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s Book.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.
