Africans and Europeans in West Africa

Africans and Europeans in West Africa, Elminans and Dutchmen on the Gold Coast During the Eighteenth Century, provides a detailed historical examination of the pivotal trading center of Elmina. This volume 1 study explores how Elminans facilitated commercial transactions across three distinct trade networks on the Gold Coast. The text analyzes the Akan people and the influence of European powers, specifically the Portuguese and the Dutch, throughout their presence in the region.

This history book investigates the complex political framework of Elmina, including its systems of justice, dispute settlement, and foreign affairs. The research covers Elmina-Dutch relations and the role of the Akan in the Atlantic trading system. Through various appendices, including chronologies and lists of local leaders, the work offers a comprehensive look at the social and economic structures of West Africa during this era.