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Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Madinah & Meccah by Burton, Richard
First U.S. EDITION
New York: G.P. Putnam, 1856. This is Burton's finest work, which made him deservedly famous for his trip in disguise to the holiest places of Arabia, and his detailed observations at some considerable risk. One volume edition, pages xvi, 492, and no index. Original green cloth, some wear at the top of the spine, and on one hinge. Gilt moon on the front, and gilt title on the spine is dulled. Potected in clear, mylar dustjacket. Inside some foxing ad soiling . First U.S. EDITION. Very Good. Illus. by Folding Map and 2 Frontispiece Engravings. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.
- Bookseller: Craftsbury Antiquarian Books
(US)
- Bookseller Inventory #: 006958
- Book condition: Very Good
- Illustrator: Folding Map and 2 Frontispiece Engravings
- Edition: First U.S. EDITION
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publisher: G.P. Putnam
- Place: New York
- Date published: 1856
- Keywords: Arabia, Middle East, Burton, Mecca, Medinah
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