Publisher's Synopsis
""The Personal Narrative Of A Pilgrimage To Al Madinah And Meccah"" is a travelogue written by Richard F. Burton, an English explorer, in the mid-19th century. The book recounts Burton's journey to the Islamic holy cities of Medina and Mecca, which are forbidden to non-Muslims. Burton disguised himself as a Muslim and embarked on the journey, facing numerous challenges and dangers along the way, including the risk of being discovered and killed.The book provides a detailed account of Burton's experiences during his pilgrimage, including the customs and rituals of the Islamic faith, the geography and culture of the Arabian Peninsula, and the hospitality and generosity of the local people. Burton also offers insights into the political and social conditions of the region, as well as his observations on the impact of European imperialism and colonialism.""The Personal Narrative Of A Pilgrimage To Al Madinah And Meccah"" is considered a seminal work in the field of travel writing and an important contribution to the understanding of Islam and the Middle East. It is also notable for its frank and sometimes controversial discussions of sexuality and gender roles in Arab society, which were considered taboo subjects at the time of its publication.Finally, the menial establishment of the Mosque consists of a Shaykh al-Sakka (chief of the water-carriers), under whom are from forty-five to fifty men who sprinkle the floors, water the garden, and, for a consideration, supply a cupful of brackish liquid to visitors.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.
