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Notes On The Bedouins And Wahabys V1: Collected During His Travels In The East

Notes On The Bedouins And Wahabys V1: Collected During His Travels In The East

Burckhardt, John Lewis

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ISBN10: 1432653253
ISBN13: 9781432653255
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 1 2007
Pages: 396
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Notes On The Bedouins And Wahabys V1: Collected During His Travels In The East is a book written by John Lewis Burckhardt, a Swiss explorer who traveled extensively in the Middle East during the early 19th century. The book is a collection of notes and observations made by Burckhardt during his travels among the Bedouin tribes and the Wahabi sect in Arabia. The book provides a detailed account of the customs, traditions, and way of life of the Bedouin tribes, who were known for their nomadic lifestyle and their fierce independence. Burckhardt also provides insights into the religious beliefs and practices of the Wahabi sect, a puritanical movement that emerged in Arabia in the 18th century and played a significant role in the region's history.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Bedouin or Wahabi life. Burckhardt's observations are based on his personal experiences and interactions with the people he encountered during his travels. He provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, the food, the clothing, and the architecture of the region, as well as the social and political structures that governed Bedouin and Wahabi society.Overall, Notes On The Bedouins And Wahabys V1: Collected During His Travels In The East is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Middle East. Burckhardt's firsthand accounts provide a unique perspective on a region that has been the subject of much fascination and debate throughout history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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