“The only real feeling was a desire to get appointed to a trading-post where ivory was to be had” (24).
The demand for ivory started around 500 B.C., and continues to this day. During the 19th century, the demand was at its peak, brining many ivory companies into Africa in search of the precious material. Ivory is a symbol for affluence and luxury due to its rarity, even today.
Works Cited: Stoddard, Ed. "Ivory trade has blood-soaked history in Africa." Planet Ark. 15 Nov. 2002. 26 Aug. 2008 http://www.planetark.com/dailynewsstory.cfm/newsid/18599/newsDate/15-nov-2002/story.htm
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