The Land of Midian — Volume 1 By: Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890)
"The Land of Midian — Volume 1" is a fascinating account of Richard Francis Burton's exploration of the Arabian Peninsula in the mid-19th century. Burton's vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters are both captivating and informative. His meticulous attention to detail and adventurous spirit make for an engaging read that transports readers to a bygone era. This volume is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a region that was largely unknown to the Western world at the time. Overall, Burton's writing is both insightful and entertaining, making this book a must-read for history buffs and armchair adventurers alike. First Page: The Land of Midian (Revisited). By Richard F. Burton. In Two Volumes. Vol. I. C. Kegan Paul & Co. London: 1879. To the Memory of My Much Loved Niece, Maria Emily Harriet Stisted, Who Died at Dovercourt, November 12, 1878. "Gold shall be found, and found In a land that's not now known." MOTHER SHIPTON, A.D. 1448. PREFACE. A few pages by way of "Forespeache." The plain unvarnished tale of the travel in Midian, undertaken by the second Expedition, which, like the first, owes all to the liberality and the foresight of his Highness Ismail I., Khediv of Egypt, forms the subject of these volumes. During the four months between December 19, 1877, and April 20, 1878, the officers employed covered some 2500 miles by sea and land, of which 600, not including by paths, were mapped and planned; and we brought back details of an old new land which the civilized world had clean forgotten. The public will now understand that one and the same subject has not given rise to two books... Continue reading book >>

The Land of Midian — Volume 1 By: Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890)

"The Land of Midian — Volume 1" is a fascinating account of Richard Francis Burton's exploration of the Arabian Peninsula in the mid-19th century. Burton's vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters are both captivating and informative. His meticulous attention to detail and adventurous spirit make for an engaging read that transports readers to a bygone era. This volume is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a region that was largely unknown to the Western world at the time. Overall, Burton's writing is both insightful and entertaining, making this book a must-read for history buffs and armchair adventurers alike.

First Page:

The Land of Midian (Revisited).

By Richard F. Burton.

In Two Volumes.

Vol. I.

C. Kegan Paul & Co. London:

1879.

To the Memory of My Much Loved Niece, Maria Emily Harriet Stisted, Who Died at Dovercourt, November 12, 1878.

"Gold shall be found, and found In a land that's not now known." MOTHER SHIPTON, A.D. 1448.

PREFACE.

A few pages by way of "Forespeache."

The plain unvarnished tale of the travel in Midian, undertaken by the second Expedition, which, like the first, owes all to the liberality and the foresight of his Highness Ismail I., Khediv of Egypt, forms the subject of these volumes. During the four months between December 19, 1877, and April 20, 1878, the officers employed covered some 2500 miles by sea and land, of which 600, not including by paths, were mapped and planned; and we brought back details of an old new land which the civilized world had clean forgotten.

The public will now understand that one and the same subject has not given rise to two books... Continue reading book >>

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