"Travels in Nubia" by John Lewis Burckhardt, is an early 19th-century historical travelogue that details the author's journey through Nubia, showcasing the lands, people, and cultures he observed along the Nile. The narrative begins by introducing Burckhardt, a Swiss man motivated by a desire for exploration and a strong educational foundation. The accounts include his family’s challenges during the French Revolution, which fueled his decision to discover the world. His background shows a strong interest in science and languages, especially Arabic, which he studied for his travels into Africa. As his preparations and initial travels unfold, the narrative blends personal experiences with detailed insights into the geographic areas and their inhabitants, setting the scene for his future discoveries.
Travels in Nubia
By John Lewis Burckhardt
Embark on an adventure through early 19th-century Nubia as seen through the eyes of a determined explorer eager to uncover the secrets of an unfamiliar land.
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About the AuthorJohann Ludwig Burckhardt was a Swiss traveller, geographer and Orientalist. Burckhardt assumed the alias Sheikh Ibrahim Ibn Abdallah during his travels in Arabia. He wrote his letters in French and signed Louis. He is best known for rediscovering two of the world's most famous examples of rock-cut architecture – the ruins of the ancient Nabataean city of Petra in Jordan and the temples of Abu Simbel in Egypt.
Johann Ludwig Burckhardt was a Swiss traveller, geographer and Orientalist. Burckhardt assumed the alias Sheikh Ibrahim Ibn Abdallah during his travels in Arabia. He wrote his letters in French and signed Louis. He is best known for rediscovering two of the world's most famous examples of rock-cut architecture – the ruins of the ancient Nabataean city of Petra in Jordan and the temples of Abu Simbel in Egypt.
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