Southern Arabia

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bent, J. Theodore (James Theodore), 1852-1897.

Contributor:

Bent, Theodore, Mrs., 1847-1929

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Southern Arabia" by J. Theodore Bent and Mrs. Theodore Bent is a travelogue and historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the authors' explorations in Southern Arabia, detailing their experiences and discoveries in the region while also reflecting on its rich history and culture. This narrative is enriched by personal insights and observations, capturing the essence of the places they visit and the local people they encounter. The opening of the book sets the stage for an expedition to the Islands of Bahrein, where the authors aim to investigate mysterious mounds believed to contain artifacts from the ancient Phoenician civilization. They introduce readers to their journey, describing the difficult logistics and unique experiences while interacting with local inhabitants, including their servant Abdullah, whose humorous misunderstandings add a light-hearted touch to the narrative. The text vividly brings to life the bustling town of Manamah, its vibrant markets, and the cultural practices of the Bahreini people, thereby immersing the reader in the diverse landscape and historical significance of the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Michael Ciesielski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2007-05-22