Travels in southern Abyssinia, Volume 2 (of 2) : $b through the country of Adal to the kingdom of Shoa

"Travels in Southern Abyssinia, Volume 2 (of 2): Through the Country of Adal" by Charles Johnston chronicles a mid-19th century journey through Abyssinia, now known as Ethiopia, painting an image of the land and the people. The second volume thrusts us into the middle of Johnston's stay in Farree, where he is confronted with the violent aftermath of a Galla raid, which includes abducted women along with murdered men. Observing the conflict, Johnston finds himself caught in the middle of local political tensions, becoming essentially a prisoner of Wallasmah Mahomed. Despite these challenges, which test his resolve, he plans his escape to Ankobar, intending to inform the British Embassy of the conditions of his expedition, setting a tone of adventure, danger, and cultural understanding.