Lectures On African Civilization, And Kindred Subjects (1853)

Lectures on African Civilization, and Kindred Subjects is a book written by David Christy and originally published in 1853. The book is a collection of lectures that Christy gave on the subject of African civilization and related topics. In the book, Christy explores the history and culture of various African societies, including the ancient kingdoms of Egypt, Ethiopia, and Ghana. He also discusses the impact of European colonialism on African societies, as well as the role of African Americans in the struggle for civil rights in the United States. Throughout the book, Christy emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting African cultures and traditions. He argues that Western societies have often misunderstood and misrepresented African civilizations, and that a more nuanced and respectful approach is necessary to truly appreciate the richness and diversity of African cultures. Overall, Lectures on African Civilization, and Kindred Subjects is a fascinating and insightful exploration of African history and culture, and an important contribution to the ongoing conversation about race and identity in the modern world.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.