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A Thousand Miles Up the Nile is a captivating work by the renowned author, Amelia B. Edwards. Published by Darf Publishers Ltd in 1993, this book is a treasure trove for readers who appreciate the blend of history and adventure. The genre of the book is hard to pin down as it beautifully amalgamates travel, history, and a bit of mystery. Edwards, with her eloquent prose, takes the readers on an unforgettable journey up the Nile. She vividly describes the enchanting landscapes, ancient monuments, and the intriguing culture of Egypt that she encounters during her voyage. A Thousand Miles Up the Nile is not just a book, but an experience that transports you back in time. This book is a must-read for those who want to experience a thrilling journey without leaving their comfort zone. Published by Darf Publishers Ltd, it is a testament to their commitment to bringing engaging and enlightening books to readers.

This book, translated from Arabic, is a description of cultural life and beauty as experienced by Ibn Buttuta during his travels throughout the Muslim world at the beginning of the 14th century.

The Afghan Wars of 1839-1842 and 1878-1880 were the direct result of Russian and British Imperial designs for the expansions of the respective spheres of influence. Archibald Forbes' book is a recognised scholarly history of those wars.

One of the greatest journey's ever; Caillie was the first European to reach and return alive from this fabled city.

One of the greatest journeys ever; Caillie was the first European to reach and return alive from this fabled city.

Johann Ludwig Burckhardt (1784-1817), the great Swiss Orientalist, devoted his life to travels and explorations in Africa. Under the name of Shaikh Ibrahim Ibn Abdullah and wearing local dress, he gained a profound knowledge of Islamic Law and Customs. This is his Journal.

A masterpiece of descriptive and scholarly travelgoue, it describes author's journeys between 1810-1816. He records detailed aspects of the inhabitants' lives, religion, culture as well as topography, natural history and archaeology.

First published in 1830, is a collection of proverbial sayings, originally compiled by Sheref Addin Ibn Asad, in Cairo, at the beginning of the 18th century. Burkhardt translated these sayings in hope that they might 'interest and gratify the Orientalist'.

Including annotations and a biographical introduction, this work is a translation of "histoire des musulmans d'espagne"'.

The author portrays Gordon as an example of 'all that is excellent in British manhood', though later historians have thrown some doubt on his true character. Nonetheless, this work presents a faithful; picture of the man within the context of his own generation.

Though largely a narrative of the author's travels, the true value of the work lies in the wealth of detailed information on the archaeological features of the area, and particularly important are the large number of plates and engravings of historical sites and artefacts, many of which are now lost.

Popular but professional work of classic accuracy, covering architecture, sculpture, calligraphy, mosaic, wood and ivory carving, metalwork, glassware and pottery, all lavishly illustrated.

A study of Nigeria following the establishment of British control in 1900. Against the background of British economic exploitation, the author provides a detailed account of everyday life among the native inhabitants.

First published in 1836, the work remains a standard reference on the subject, including information on every aspect of Arab life, from religion, law and literature, through to art and domestic matters.

This edition of The Alhambra, here republished in facsimile from the 1908 edition, complete with illustrations by Joseph Pennell, presents a welcome opportunity to reassess Irving's European writings.

When originally published, Arabic Authors first revealed the wealth of literary, traditional and historical writings in a text understood by the general reader. Years have done little to erode the value of the book, and the added historical perspective lends a new dimension to it.

First published in 1881, East of the Jordan recounts the results of an archaeological expedition organised by the American Palestine Exploration Society in 1875-77.

Lady Gertrude Lowthian Bell presents a unique and sensitive picture of the Syrian subjects of the Ottoman Empire shortly after the turn of the century. Her sympathy with the people and her respect for their traditions raises this book well above the ordinary travel book.

This account of de Amicis's work avoids the dreary catalogue of topographical description and provides us with a work brimming with amusing anecdote and remains fresh and enlivening despite the passage of the years.

A biography of Sir Richard Burton, written by his niece Georgiana Stisted.

First published in 1893 during a critical period in Yemen's history. The work is both a concise account of that period and a thrilling narrative of the author's experiences.

Here the author examines every aspect of the history of the 'Saracen' peoples. Few writers, in the decades since this work was first published, in 1899, have presented a more complete account.

Primarily a travel book rather than a scientific account of the author's archaeological investigation of the site of Carthage in 1856. He brings to life the culture and history of the region and the classical legends that surround it.

Detailing a five month journey undertaken by an English woman in 1878 to the central desert region of Arabia, this book throws a refreshing and sensitive light on the people and places of those times.

A splendid narrative of the author's encounters with the Moslem community in Tripoli and its hinterland during his medical mission in 1912, set up to aid the Moslem casualties of the Italian occupation of 1911.

The Original Correspondence in the Possession of the Family of the Late Richard Tully, Esq., The British Consul, Comprising Authentic Memoirs and Anecdotes of the Reigning Bashaw, His Family, and Other Persons of Distinction; also, An Account of the Domestic Manners of the Moors, Arabs, and Turks.