Liberia in Pictures Book

An interesting and informative book about the little-known nation of Liberia, the modern nation of which was founded as a haven for free blacks in the 1820s, becoming independent in 1847; Liberia originally was inhabited by a plethora of indigenous tribes who clashed with the newcomers, (American black sent by the American Colonization Society which advocated sending free blacks and ex-slaves back to Africa). A fascinating portrait of the country's history, cultures, industries, (particularly rubber and iron) and topography. Another excellent addition to our Africa study series.