“If you see a thing that looks like a cross between a flying lobster and the figure of Abraxas on a Gnostic gem, do not pay it the least attention, never mind where it is; just keep quiet and hope it will go away - for that's your best chance; you have none in a stand-up fight with a good thorough-going African insect.”
This book offers an in-depth examination of the diverse regions and peoples of West Africa, encompassing historical perspectives, cultural traditions, and social dynamics. It includes contributions from various scholars, providing a broad and nuanced understanding of the continent. more
Mary Kingsley, a British explorer and writer, was born on October 13, 1862, and died on June 3, 1900. She is renowned for her explorations in Africa and her in-depth studies of local cultures. more