Item #373296 Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc. WILLIAM ELLIS.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.
Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.

Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the People. Illustrated by Woodcuts from Photographs, etc.

London: John Murray, 1859. 5th Thousand. Hardcover. Very Good Condition. Item #373296

Ellis was a missionary and ethnographer, and his work provides valuable insights into Madagascar's culture, geography, and biodiversity during the mid-19th century. The book is richly illustrated with woodcuts based on photographs, offering a visual record of the island's landscapes and people. First published in 1858 this work documents Ellis's travels to Madagascar, including his journey to the capital and observations on the natural history and civilization of the Malagasy people. As a member of the London Missionary Society (LMS), he played a crucial role in reviving Christian missions in the country after years of persecution. William Ellis built strong connections with Malagasy communities during his missionary work, learning their language to engage directly and understand their traditions. He promoted literacy by establishing schools and printing presses, translating Christian texts into Malagasy. As a diplomat, he sought to rebuild trust between missionaries and Malagasy rulers in Antananarivo. Ellis documented Madagascar through photography, capturing its people, landscapes, and royalty, offering rare historical records. His writings detailed governance, customs, and daily life, making him a key figure in Madagascar's missionary history. 19 pages, 476 pages, map of Madagascar, frontispiece view of the Capital, portrait of the author & 25 other plates. Original blue cloth, gilt lettered and decorated, with an unsual woven pattern across the surface of the boards and spine. The contents are clean and bright, with no damaged pages. Minnor wear at the extremities of the boards and edges of the spine near head and foot. A bright and clean copy that looks pleasant on the shelf. Size: 14.5 x 22 cms. Category: Antiquarian & Rare; Special Interest. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.

Keywords: BZDB395 Antiquarian & Rare; Special Interest. WILLIAM ELLIS Three Visits to Madagascar, during the Years 1853-1854-1856. Including a Journey to the Capital. With Notices of the Natural History of the Country and of the Present Civilisation of the

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