Travels in Arabia Deserta
About this book
In this classic travelogue, English poet and adventurer Charles M. Doughty takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Arabia in the late 19th century. With vivid prose and keen observations, Doughty brings to life the harsh beauty of the desert landscape, the customs and traditions of the nomadic Bedouin tribes, and the rich history and culture of the region. A true masterpiece of travel literature, Travels in Arabia Deserta offers a rare and intimate glimpse into a world that has long since vanished. — Charles Montagu Doughty (1843-1926) was an English poet, writer, and explorer who is best known for his extensive travels in Arabia. Born in Suffolk, England, Doughty studied at Cambridge University before embarking on a two-year journey through the Middle East, during which he became one of the first Europeans to visit the ancient city of Petra in present-day Jordan. His experiences in Arabia formed the basis for his magnum opus, Travels in Arabia Deserta, which was first published in 1888 and has since been hailed as a masterpiece of travel literature.
Reader Profile
3.6/5 · 117 readers · 323 pages · ≈ 5 h 59 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Travels in Arabia Deserta?
About ≈ 5 h 59 m — 323 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Travels in Arabia Deserta?
323 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Travels in Arabia Deserta?
It sits on the Travel shelves.
Is Travels in Arabia Deserta in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Travels in Arabia Deserta?
The main characters include Charles Montagu Doughty (1843-1926), Charles Montagu Doughty (1843-1926,), Charles Montagu Doughty (1849-1926).
Where does Travels in Arabia Deserta take place?
It is set in Arabie, Arabian Peninsula, Arabia.
Who wrote Travels in Arabia Deserta?
Charles Montagu Doughty (1843–1926).
Where can I read Travels in Arabia Deserta online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library