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100 1 _aBurckhardt, John Lewis,
_d1784-1817
245 1 0 _aTravels in Arabia; comprehending an account of those territories in Hedjaz which the Mohammedans regard as sacred
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-12-01
508 _aProduced by William Thierens
520 _a"Travels in Arabia" by John Lewis Burckhardt is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work documents the author’s journey through the Hedjaz region of Arabia, detailing the sacred territories revered by Muslims, including the cities of Mekka (Mecca) and Medina. Burckhardt's intimate understanding of Arabic culture and practices provided a unique insight into the lives of the inhabitants and the significance of the pilgrimage to these holy sites. The opening of the book introduces readers to Burckhardt's arrival in Djidda, where he faces challenges including a cold reception from his contacts, a fever, and the necessity of selling a slave to fund his travels. Despite these hardships, he is determined to remain until the time of the pilgrimage. The narrative unfolds his immediate impressions of Djidda’s market and socio-economic conditions, setting the context for his subsequent explorations and interactions in a region steeped in cultural and religious significance. Burckhardt's keen observations offer a vivid depiction of life in the Hedjaz, focusing on various aspects such as trade, customs, and local politics, while also showcasing his resilience and adaptability as a traveler in unfamiliar territory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aArabian Peninsula -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9457
999 _c51190
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