| Author |
Browne, William George, 1768-1813 |
| Title |
Travels in Africa, Egypt, and Syria, from the year 1792 to 1798
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| Original Publication |
London: T. Cadell junior and W. Davies, 1799.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Galo Flordelis (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Travels in Africa, Egypt, and Syria, from the year 1792 to 1798" by W. G. Browne is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The book documents the author's extensive travels across various regions, including Africa, Egypt, and Syria, providing insights into the geography, culture, and customs encountered during his journeys. The likely topic revolves around the exploration and observations of lesser-known territories and peoples during a time of significant geopolitical interest in these regions. At the start of the narrative, Browne reflects on his motivations for undertaking such a journey, acknowledging disappointments alongside his accomplishments. He begins his travels in ancient Alexandria, describing the city’s decline and its remnants of former glory, before setting out toward Siwa, aiming to explore the Temple of Jupiter Ammon. The opening chapters highlight the contrast between Browne's expectations and the realities he faces, including unyielding terrain, local customs, and the hospitality of desert-dwelling tribes. As he navigates the challenges of travel, Browne also critiques the sparse and often conflicting accounts of those who claim to understand Northern Africa, vowing to provide a more authentic representation of his experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| Subject |
Sudan -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Egypt -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Syria -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72452 |
| Release Date |
Dec 18, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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