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Loading... Pilgrimage to Medina and Mecca - Excerptsby Sir Richard Francis Burton
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In the 19th century, Sir Richard Francis Burton--Oxford-educated spy and adventurer--became the first Englishman to enter the Muslim city of Mecca. Disguised as a dervish, Burton braved the harsh desert climate, Bedouin bandits, and the scrutiny of Muslim travelers to reach the forbidden city. He recorded his experiences in this book, a fascinating adventure of unique anthropological significance. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)915.3History and Geography Geography and Travel Geography of and travel in Asia Arabian PeninsulaLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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