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Among the Ibos of Nigeria
A historical book cited in Fortson’s map discussion. Read the source as a period account and check the exact page behind a quotation.
Historical text · 1921
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A historical book cited in Fortson’s map discussion. Read the source as a period account and check the exact page behind a quotation.
George Thomas Basden · Smithsonian Libraries
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The source uses period language and classifications. Descriptions and conclusions belong to their author and require historical context.
Edition and page verification
The Smithsonian’s catalog identifies George Thomas Basden’s work and a 1921 Seeley, Service & Co. edition. Use its title page to distinguish the original edition from later reprints before recording a page reference.
For each passage, record whether Basden is describing an observation, repeating a reported tradition or offering an interpretation. No new historical passage is transcribed on this exhibit.
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- Identify the creator, title, edition and date from the source itself.
- Record the exact page or map sheet. Read the surrounding passage or full geographical setting.
- Separate the wording visible in the document from the interpretation you draw from it.
- Keep unresolved readings and conflicting dates in your notes so the comparison can be revisited.
Exhibit assembled October 20, 2026. Catalog leads and unresolved edition details are identified above; this page does not supply a new transcription of the linked work.