The Burton Holmes Lectures V4

The Burton Holmes Lectures V4

Burton Holmes

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781120732361
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The Burton Holmes Lectures V4: Cities Of The Barbary Coast, Oases Of The Algerian Sahara, Southern Spain (1901) is a travelogue written by Burton Holmes. This book is the fourth volume in the series of lectures delivered by the author on his travels to various parts of the world. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different region. The first part of the book describes the cities of the Barbary Coast, which includes Algiers, Tunis, and Tripoli. The author provides a detailed account of the history, culture, and architecture of these cities. He also explores the local markets, mosques, and palaces, and shares his experiences of interacting with the locals.The second part of the book is dedicated to the oases of the Algerian Sahara. The author describes the harsh desert landscape and the challenges faced by the people living in these remote areas. He also documents the unique customs and traditions of the local tribes, including their dress, food, and religious practices.The third and final part of the book focuses on southern Spain, particularly the cities of Granada, Seville, and Cordova. The author provides a vivid description of the famous Alhambra palace in Granada and the Mezquita mosque in Cordova. He also explores the local markets, gardens, and museums, and shares his experiences of the flamenco dance and music.Overall, The Burton Holmes Lectures V4: Cities Of The Barbary Coast, Oases Of The Algerian Sahara, Southern Spain (1901) is a fascinating travelogue that provides a unique insight into the history, culture, and traditions of North Africa and Spain during the early 20th century.In Ten Volumes.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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