Leo Africanus, an influential scholar, crafted The Description of Africa in 1526 as a vital source, blending anthropology and geography to inform early Europeans.
Leo Africanus, captured as a slave, transformed his life through scholarship and conversion, ultimately creating a foundational text that shaped European perceptions of Africa.
The Description of Africa became the sole reference for Europeans learning about the continent, embodying a rich blend of cultural and geographical knowledge.
Ramusio's 1550 edition of The Description of Africa introduced it to a broader audience, despite significant edits that altered the original manuscript's essence.
Collection
[
|
...
]