In The Land Of Ju-Ju
A Tale Of Benin, The City Of Blood (1904)
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In The Land Of Ju-Ju: A Tale Of Benin, The City Of Blood is a historical novel written by Robert Leighton in 1904. The story is set in the kingdom of Benin in West Africa during the late 19th century. It follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Jack who travels to Benin to trade with the local people. However, Jack soon finds himself caught up in the political and religious conflicts of the region, as he becomes embroiled in the power struggles between the local tribes and the British colonial forces.The novel provides a vivid and detailed portrait of the culture and customs of the B...
In The Land Of Ju-Ju: A Tale Of Benin, The City Of Blood is a historical novel written by Robert Leighton in 1904. The story is set in the kingdom of Benin in West Africa during the late 19th century. It follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Jack who travels to Benin to trade with the local people. However, Jack soon finds himself caught up in the political and religious conflicts of the region, as he becomes embroiled in the power struggles between the local tribes and the British colonial forces.The novel provides a vivid and detailed portrait of the culture and customs of the Benin people, as well as their complex religious beliefs and practices. The title of the book refers to the Ju-Ju, which is a term used to describe the traditional religious practices of the region, including the use of charms and other magical objects.Throughout the book, Jack encounters a variety of colorful characters, including powerful tribal leaders, cunning traders, and mysterious witch doctors. He also experiences the brutal violence and bloodshed that characterized the era, as the British sought to extend their influence over the region.Overall, In The Land Of Ju-Ju: A Tale Of Benin, The City Of Blood is a fascinating and engaging historical novel that provides a unique glimpse into the world of West Africa during a time of great change and upheaval.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.
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