Alfred Saker: The Pioneer Of The Cameroons (1908)

Alfred Saker: The Pioneer Of The Cameroons (1908) is a biographical account of the life and work of Alfred Saker, a British Baptist missionary who played a significant role in the colonization and development of the Cameroon region in West Africa during the 19th century. The book was written by Saker's daughter, Emily M. Saker, and was first published in 1908.The book traces Alfred Saker's life from his early years in England to his arrival in the Cameroon region in 1858 as a missionary. It describes his efforts to establish a mission station in the region and his interactions with the local people, including the Duala and Bakweri tribes. The book also details Saker's involvement in the political and economic development of the region, including his role in the establishment of the Victoria seaport and the construction of roads and bridges.The book provides insights into the challenges and difficulties faced by Saker and other missionaries in their efforts to spread Christianity and Western civilization in the region. It also highlights the cultural clashes and misunderstandings that occurred between the missionaries and the local people, and the impact of European colonialism on the region.Overall, Alfred Saker: The Pioneer Of The Cameroons (1908) is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the life and work of an important figure in the history of Cameroon and the wider African continent. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of European colonization and missionary work in Africa, and the complex interactions that took place between the various cultures and peoples involved.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.