Seven Years Among The Fjort (1887)

Seven Years Among The Fjort is a book written by Richard Edward Dennett and first published in 1887. The book is a memoir of Dennett's experiences living among the Fjort people of the Congo region in Africa during the late 19th century. Dennett was a British trader and missionary who arrived in the Congo in 1879. He spent the next seven years living among the Fjort people, learning their language and customs, and gaining their trust. During this time, he also traded goods with the Fjort and other nearby tribes, and worked to spread Christianity among them.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Dennett's experiences, including his initial arrival in the Congo, his interactions with the Fjort people, his travels throughout the region, and his efforts to establish a mission station. Dennett provides detailed descriptions of the Fjort's way of life, including their social structure, religion, and rituals. He also discusses the impact of European colonialism on the region, including the slave trade and the introduction of Christianity.Seven Years Among The Fjort is an important historical document that provides insight into the lives of the Fjort people and the impact of European colonialism on the Congo region. It is also a compelling personal account of one man's experiences living among a culture vastly different from his own.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.