Sir Richard Francis Burton
11 books
Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was a British explorer, geographer, and linguist known for his adventurous spirit and extensive travels. He is particularly recognized for his explorations in Africa and the Middle East, including his notable work, "Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah," which details his journey to the holy cities of Islam. Burton was also an accomplished translator and contributed significantly to the understanding of various cultures through his writings, such as "The Book of the Sword" and "The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam." His diverse interests and expertise in languages made him a prominent figure in the 19th-century exploration narrative.
Books by This Author
11 titles
A New System of Sword Exercise for Infantry
Sir Richard Francis Burton
First Footsteps in East Africa
Sir Richard Francis Burton
Goa and the Blue Mountains; or, Six months of sick leave
Sir Richard Francis Burton
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Richard F. Burton
Sir Richard Francis Burton
The Book of the Sword
Sir Richard Francis Burton
The City of the Saints, and Across the Rocky Mountains to California
Sir Richard Francis Burton
The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam
Sir Richard Francis Burton
The Kasîdah of Hâjî Abdû El-Yezdî
Sir Richard Francis Burton
Vikram and the Vampire: Classic Hindu Tales of Adventure, Magic, and Romance
Sir Richard Francis Burton
Vikram and the Vampire; or, Tales of Hindu Devilry
Sir Richard Francis Burton
Wanderings in Three Continents
Sir Richard Francis Burton