British Nigeria - Augustus Ferryman Mockler-Ferryman - Bog

British Nigeria: A Geographical and Historical Description of the British Possessions Adjacent to the Niger River, West Africa is a book written by Augustus Ferryman Mockler-Ferryman in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive description of the British possessions in Nigeria that were adjacent to the Niger River at the time. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the geography, history, and culture of the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the region. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography of the region, including its rivers, mountains, and climate. The second chapter delves into the history of the region, from the early explorers to the establishment of British rule.Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the economy, religion, and culture of the region. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various ethnic groups that inhabit the region, their customs and traditions, and their interactions with one another.The book also includes numerous illustrations and maps that help to bring the region to life. These include photographs of the landscape, as well as drawings of the various ethnic groups and their customs.Overall, British Nigeria: A Geographical and Historical Description of the British Possessions Adjacent to the Niger River, West Africa is an important historical document that provides a detailed account of the region during the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Nigeria and West Africa.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.