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by Alfred Burdon Ellis (Author)
The book titled ""The Ewe-Speaking Peoples Of The Slave Coast Of West Africa: Their Religion, Manners, Customs, Laws, Languages, Etc."" was written by Alfred Burdon Ellis in 1890. It is a comprehensive study of the Ewe-speaking peoples who lived in the Slave Coast of West Africa during the 19th century. The book covers various aspects of their culture, including their religion, customs, manners, and laws. It also delves into their languages, providing an in-depth analysis of the Ewe language and its dialects. Ellis provides a detailed account of the Ewe people's social structure, their political systems, and their economic activities. He also explores their history, tracing their migration patterns and the impact of colonialism on their way of life. The book is based on extensive research and firsthand accounts of the author's experiences living among the Ewe people. It provides a unique insight into a culture that was largely unknown to the Western world at the time of its publication. Overall, ""The Ewe-Speaking Peoples Of The Slave Coast Of West Africa"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African history, anthropology, or linguistics. It is a seminal work that remains relevant today and continues to be cited in contemporary studies of West African culture.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.
