Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Narrative Of A Journey To Shoa: And Of An Attempt To Visit Harrar"" is a first-hand account of the travels of James D. Barker to the Ethiopian regions of Shoa and Harrar in 1868. The book documents Barker's experiences and observations as he journeyed through the rugged terrain and encountered various tribes and cultures along the way.Barker's journey to Shoa was primarily motivated by his desire to visit the court of King Theodore II, who had recently ascended to the throne. Barker provides a detailed account of his interactions with the king and his courtiers, as well as his impressions of Ethiopian society and customs.After leaving Shoa, Barker attempted to travel to the city of Harrar, but was prevented from doing so by the local authorities. Undeterred, he continued to explore the surrounding regions, documenting his encounters with various tribes and clans, including the Galla and the Somalis.Throughout the book, Barker provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna he encountered, as well as his thoughts on the political and social conditions of the regions he visited. ""Narrative Of A Journey To Shoa: And Of An Attempt To Visit Harrar"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the little-known regions of Ethiopia during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.
