Author: Norman M. PenzerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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An Annotated Bibliography Or Sir Richard Francis Burton
Author: Norman M. PenzerAn Annotated Bibliography Or Sir Richard Francis Burton
Author: Norman Mosley PenzerAn Annotated Bibliography of Sir Richard Francis Burton, K. C. M. G.
Author: Norman Mosley PenzerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Authors, English
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
An Annotated Bibliogaphy of Sir Richard Francis Burton
Author: Norman M. PenzerPublisher: Martino Pub
ISBN: 9781888262582
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
An Annotated Bibliography of Sir Richard Francis Burton, KCMG
Author: Norman M. PenzerAn Annotated Bibliography of Sir Richard Francis Burton, K.C.M.G.
Author: Norman Mosley PenzerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
The Complete Works of Sir Richard Francis Burton (Illustrated & Annotated Edition)
Author: Richard Francis BurtonPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 8278
Book Description
The Complete Works of Sir Richard Francis Burton (Illustrated & Annotated Edition) is a rich collection of the literary masterpieces of the esteemed author. Known for his adventurous spirit and linguistic abilities, Burton's works vary from travel narratives to translations of classical texts. This unrivaled compilation showcases his remarkable literary style, blending vivid descriptions with insightful commentary. The annotations provide valuable context to each piece, enhancing the reader's understanding of Burton's profound insights into different cultures and societies. Richard Francis Burton, a seasoned explorer and polymath, drew inspiration for his works from his extensive travels to exotic lands and his deep knowledge of languages. His unconventional lifestyle and bold pursuits greatly influenced his writings, making them a captivating blend of personal experiences and scholarly observations. Burton's unparalleled dedication to understanding the world around him shines through in this comprehensive collection, offering a unique glimpse into the mind of a true literary pioneer. I highly recommend The Complete Works of Sir Richard Francis Burton to any reader fascinated by travel literature, cultural studies, or historical explorations. This meticulously curated edition is a testament to Burton's enduring legacy and a testament to the power of exploration and intellectual curiosity.
First Footsteps in East Africa, Or, An Exploration of Harar
Author: Sir Richard Francis BurtonPublisher:
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Category : Harar, Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
Paths Without Glory
Author: James L. NewmanPublisher: Potomac Books, Inc.
ISBN: 1597975966
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
Few people have garnered so much enduring interest as Sir Richard Burton. A true polymath, Burton is best known today for his translations of the "Kama Sutra" and "Arabian Nights." Yet, Africa stood at the center of his adult life. The Burton-Speke expedition (1856 59) that put Lake Tanganyika on the map led to years of controversy over the source of the White Nile. From 1861 to 1864 Burton served as British consul in Fernando Po and traveled widely between Ghana and Angola. He wrote prodigiously and contributed some of the first detailed ethnographic accounts of Africa s peoples. In many ways, however, Africa proved to be Burton s undoing. Injuries and sickness sapped his strength, he made enemies in high places, and, ironically, even the discovery of Lake Tanganyika worked to his disadvantage. Increasingly frustrated and bitter, he turned to alcohol as a frequent remedy.In this fascinating story of the relationship between a man and a continent, geographer James L. Newman provides an intimate portrait of Burton through careful examination of his journals and biographers rich analyses. Delving deepest into Burton s later life and travels, Newman pinpoints the thematic mainstays of his career as a diplomat and explorer, namely his strong advocacy of aggressive imperial policies and his belief that race explained crucial human differences. Historians and scholars of the golden age of empire, as well as armchair adventurers, will not only discover what defined this famously enigmatic figure, but venture, themselves, into the heart of mid-nineteenth-century Africa. "
The Thousand and One Nights: Sources and Transformations in Literature, Art, and Science
Author: Ibrahim AkelPublisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004429034
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 363
Book Description
The essays in this volume scrutinize the expanse of sources for The Arabian Nights or The Thousand and One Nights in all of their static and dynamic complexity. They follow the trajectory of the Nights’ texts, the creative, scholarly commentaries, artistic encounters and relations to science.