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100 1 _aDunbar, Ianthe M.
245 1 4 _aThe Edge of the Desert
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2020-07-06
505 0 _aKairouan -- Sects and superstitions -- An Arab wedding -- Sousse -- Passing through -- Sfax -- Oasis towns -- The sand diviner -- The circus -- Round about Gabès -- Customs -- Tunis.
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
520 _a"The Edge of the Desert" by Ianthe M. Dunbar is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This book explores the rich cultural landscape of Tunisia, offering a vivid tapestry of descriptions about its towns, customs, and people, notably through the insights of its narrator, who experiences the country as both an artist and an outsider. Dunbar's journey through Kairouan, along with reflections on the local traditions, architecture, and the lives of its inhabitants, sets the stage for a deeper examination of Eastern and Western cultural intersections. At the start of the narrative, the narrator embarks on a motor journey to Kairouan, detailing the picturesque landscape and the transition from the European to the deeply Eastern atmosphere of the city. As she arrives, she observes the striking architecture, mosques, and bustling souks, immersing herself in the local life. With her guide Hassan, she navigates through the crowded market streets, encounters traditional customs like the Turkish baths, and even witnesses oddities such as a snake charmer's act, all while reflecting on the blend of modernity and antiquity in the lifestyle and beliefs of the people she meets. This opening portion vividly establishes the essence of the journey that will unfold as the narrator seeks to capture the complex spirit of Tunisia through her art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTunisia -- Description and travel
653 _aTunisia -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62573
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