The Complete Works (eBook)

1001 Arabian Nights, Kama Sutra, First Footsteps in East Africa, Perfumed Garden, Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah and Book of Swords

Richard Francis Burton (Autor)

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2022
10943 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-633811396-2 (EAN)

Infos

Richard Francis Burton's 'The Complete Works' is a comprehensive collection of the renowned explorer's writings, including his travelogues, translations, essays, and poetry. Known for his daring expeditions to the far corners of the globe, Burton's literary style is characterized by vivid descriptions, cultural insights, and a deep curiosity about the world. This collection provides readers with a glimpse into the mind of a Victorian explorer and scholar who pushed the boundaries of human knowledge. Richard Francis Burton, a polyglot and polymath, was driven by a relentless thirst for adventure and a passion for understanding different cultures. His experiences in countries such as India, Africa, and the Middle East informed his writing and shaped his unique perspective on the world. 'The Complete Works' is a testament to Burton's intellectual prowess and his ability to bridge the gap between East and West. I highly recommend 'The Complete Works' to readers who are fascinated by exploration, cultural exchange, and the art of storytelling. Burton's writings offer a treasure trove of knowledge and inspiration for anyone interested in the diversity of human experience.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.1.2022
• Illustrationen: William Harvey, Ernest Griset, Albert Letchford
• Übersetzer: Richard F. Burton, Edward Rehatsek, Isabel Burton
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte
• Schlagworte: adventure literature collection • Aladdin • Algernon Swinburne • andrew lang • Arabian Nights translation • Biography of Burton • Cultural exploration essays • F. Scott Fitzgerald • • Geraldine McCaughrean • Historical sword fighting • Homer • Literary translation legacy • Mary Zimmerman • Middle Eastern society • •Nathaniel Hawthorne • sensual poetry • Sindbad • tale of love • travel narrative • victorian explorer