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Wanderings In Three Continents (1901)

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Wanderings In Three Continents is a travelogue written by the renowned British explorer and linguist, Sir Richard Francis Burton. The book was originally published in 1901 and chronicles Burton's travels through Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Burton's vivid descriptions of the people, cultures, and landscapes he encountered during his journeys are both fascinating and insightful. He shares his experiences of living among various tribes, including the Bedouins, the Somalis, and the Dahomans. He also provides detailed accounts of his travels through India, Afghanistan, and Arabia, as well as his exploration of the Amazon River in South America. Throughout the book, Burton's passion for adventure and exploration shines through, as he recounts his encounters with dangerous animals, hostile tribes, and challenging terrain. His love for languages and his expertise in them are also evident, as he shares his knowledge of local dialects and customs. Wanderings In Three Continents is a captivating read that offers a unique perspective on the world at the turn of the 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, exploration, and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165798360
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 336
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x18 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 449 g.
  • BLACK WEEK
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 17. december 2024
Forlænget returret til d. 31. januar 2025

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Wanderings In Three Continents is a travelogue written by the renowned British explorer and linguist, Sir Richard Francis Burton. The book was originally published in 1901 and chronicles Burton's travels through Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Burton's vivid descriptions of the people, cultures, and landscapes he encountered during his journeys are both fascinating and insightful. He shares his experiences of living among various tribes, including the Bedouins, the Somalis, and the Dahomans. He also provides detailed accounts of his travels through India, Afghanistan, and Arabia, as well as his exploration of the Amazon River in South America. Throughout the book, Burton's passion for adventure and exploration shines through, as he recounts his encounters with dangerous animals, hostile tribes, and challenging terrain. His love for languages and his expertise in them are also evident, as he shares his knowledge of local dialects and customs. Wanderings In Three Continents is a captivating read that offers a unique perspective on the world at the turn of the 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, exploration, and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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