Publisher's Synopsis
A Vanished Dynasty: Ashanti is a historical book written by Francis Charles Bernard Dudley Fuller in 1921. The book provides a detailed account of the Ashanti Empire, which was a powerful kingdom in West Africa that existed from the 17th century until the late 19th century. Fuller's book explores the history of the Ashanti people, their culture, and their way of life. He delves into the political and social structures of the empire, including its system of governance, the role of the king, and the various classes of society. The book also covers the Ashanti's military prowess and their famous wars with neighboring tribes and European powers.One of the main themes of A Vanished Dynasty: Ashanti is the decline of the Ashanti Empire. Fuller describes the events that led to the empire's downfall, including the arrival of European powers, the slave trade, and internal conflicts. He also discusses the impact of the empire's collapse on the Ashanti people and their subsequent struggles.Overall, A Vanished Dynasty: Ashanti is a comprehensive and informative account of one of Africa's most powerful empires. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of the Ashanti people and their rich history, as well as the challenges they faced.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.
