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Title: Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: This etext was produced by William Thierens and Robert Sinton

Summary: "Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1" by Captain Sir Richard F. Burton is a historical account written during the mid-19th century. In this work, Burton recounts his daring expedition through the heart of the Arabian Peninsula, chronicling his experience as he assumes the persona of a Muslim pilgrim in order to undertake the sacred Hajj to the Islamic holy cities of Mecca and Medina. This narrative not only provides insights into the challenges and dangers faced by Westerners in the Islamic world but also explores the cultural and social dynamics of the regions he navigates. The beginning of the narrative introduces readers to the motivations behind Burton's pilgrimage. It details his desire to penetrate the unexplored regions of Arabia and garner firsthand experiences of its culture. Burton recalls the arrangements for his journey, including acquiring the necessary disguise and preparing for the arduous trek. He describes the initial leg of his voyage, starting from Alexandria, where he immerses himself in the local customs and engage with various characters who populate this bustling environment. This opening portion sets the stage for an adventure filled with peril, introspection, and rich observations about a world that was largely uncharted for Europeans at the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890

EBook No.: 4657

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 307

Language: English

Subject: Arabian Peninsula -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1

Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: This etext was produced by William Thierens and Robert Sinton

Summary: "Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1" by Captain Sir Richard F. Burton is a historical account written during the mid-19th century. In this work, Burton recounts his daring expedition through the heart of the Arabian Peninsula, chronicling his experience as he assumes the persona of a Muslim pilgrim in order to undertake the sacred Hajj to the Islamic holy cities of Mecca and Medina. This narrative not only provides insights into the challenges and dangers faced by Westerners in the Islamic world but also explores the cultural and social dynamics of the regions he navigates. The beginning of the narrative introduces readers to the motivations behind Burton's pilgrimage. It details his desire to penetrate the unexplored regions of Arabia and garner firsthand experiences of its culture. Burton recalls the arrangements for his journey, including acquiring the necessary disguise and preparing for the arduous trek. He describes the initial leg of his voyage, starting from Alexandria, where he immerses himself in the local customs and engage with various characters who populate this bustling environment. This opening portion sets the stage for an adventure filled with peril, introspection, and rich observations about a world that was largely uncharted for Europeans at the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890

EBook No.: 4657

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 307

Language: English

Subject: Arabian Peninsula -- Description and travel

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.