Sketches Of A Missionary's Travels In Egypt, Syria, Western Africa, Etc. (1839)

Sketches of a Missionary's Travels in Egypt, Syria, Western Africa, etc. is a book written by Robert Maxwell Macbrair and published in 1839. The book provides a detailed account of the author's travels as a missionary in various parts of the world, including Egypt, Syria, and Western Africa. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different location that the author visited during his travels. In each chapter, Macbrair describes the people, culture, and customs of the region, as well as his experiences as a missionary working to spread the Christian faith. The author's observations are presented in the form of sketches, providing a vivid and engaging account of his travels. Macbrair's writing is descriptive and engaging, allowing readers to feel as though they are experiencing the sights, sounds, and smells of the places he visited. Throughout the book, Macbrair provides insights into the challenges and rewards of missionary work, as well as the impact of colonialism and imperialism on the regions he visited. The book is a valuable historical document, offering a unique perspective on the social, cultural, and religious landscape of the regions visited by the author in the mid-19th century. Overall, Sketches of a Missionary's Travels in Egypt, Syria, Western Africa, etc. is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in history, travel, or religion.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.