A Camera Actress in the Wilds of Togoland

von Meg Gehrts, Hans Schomburgk

202 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Venture into the heart of early 20th-century West Africa with "A Camera Actress in the Wilds of Togoland," a captivating travelogue by Meg Gehrts. This remarkable account chronicles Gehrts' pioneering journey through Togoland (modern-day Togo), offering a unique glimpse into a bygone era.

More than just a travel narrative, this book details Gehrts' experiences as a "cinematograph actress," filming native life and starring in Anglo-African dramas. Her adventures provide invaluable insights into the culture, landscapes, and challenges of filmmaking in a remote and unfamiliar environment.

Explore the forests and villages of Togoland through the eyes of a daring woman ahead of her time. This historical account, carefully prepared for republication, is a must-read for anyone interested in African travel, early cinema, or the lives of extraordinary women who defied convention. Discover a world of adventure and observation in this timeless tale of exploration and cultural exchange.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• ISBN: 9781023193986
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 28.03.2025
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC