Travels in Arabia

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Taylor, Bayard, 1825-1878

Contributor:

Stevens, Thomas, 1854-1935

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Travels in Arabia" by Bayard Taylor is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The narrative offers an insightful account of Taylor's explorations across the Arabian Peninsula, detailing its geographical features, rich history, and cultural complexities. The book compiles earlier travelers' accounts while presenting new discoveries, creating a comprehensive understanding of Arabia's enduring traditions and its interaction with modernity. At the start of the work, the reader is introduced to a detailed sketch of Arabia's geography and history, emphasizing its significance as a crossroads of cultures that remain largely unaltered over millennia. The opening discusses the various regions of Arabia, such as Arabia Felix and the central desert, and touches upon significant events, including the rise of the Wahabi movement and its impact on contemporary exploration. Taylor highlights early explorers and their contributions to our understanding of this enigmatic peninsula, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the lands and peoples he encounters throughout his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler

Notes:

Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-02-01