Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Richard F. Burton

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Burton, Richard Francis, Sir, 1821-1890

Contributor:

Widger, David, 1932-2021?

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Richard F. Burton" by Burton is a comprehensive compilation of various works by the renowned Victorian-era explorer and writer. This publication includes a collection of translations, travels, and seminal texts in multiple volumes, reflecting Burton's explorative nature and his contributions to linguistics and cultural studies. The works cover a broad spectrum of topics, from classic tales like "The Arabian Nights" to anthropological narratives such as "Two Trips to Gorilla Land." The book serves as an index to a wide array of Richard F. Burton's writings, offering insights into his travels and translations. The contents include numerous stories from "The Arabian Nights," accounts of expeditions in Africa, and cultural observations, intertwined with Burton's personal experiences and reflections. The text acts not only as a reference guide to his works but also as a window into the Victorian fascination with the exotic and the colonial pursuits of the time. As such, readers will find a rich tapestry of narratives that explore not just distant lands, but also the complexities of human culture, society, and the interplay between the East and West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2019-01-19