Personal Narrative Of A Pilgrimage To Al Madinah And Meccah

''The Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al Madinah and Meccah'' is a travelogue written by Richard F. Burton, an English explorer, in 1855. The book is a detailed account of Burton’s journey to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, which are the two most important sites in Islam. The book provides a fascinating insight into the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the Muslim world during the 19th century. Burton’s account is unique because he was one of the first non-Muslims to enter these cities, and he disguised himself as a Muslim to avoid detection. The book describes the hardships that Burton faced during his journey, including the dangers of traveling through the desert and the challenges of blending in with the local population. It also provides a vivid description of the holy sites in Mecca and Medina, including the Kaaba, the Prophet’s Mosque, and the tombs of important figures in Islamic history. Overall, ''The Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al Madinah and Meccah'' is a fascinating and informative account of one man’s journey to the heart of the Islamic world.''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.