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The Complete Works of Sir Richard Francis Burton: 1001 Nights, Kama Sutra, First Footsteps in East Africa, Perfumed Garden, Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah and Book of Swords

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The Complete Works of Sir Richard Francis Burton presents a remarkable compendium of the diverse and irreplaceable contributions of one of the Victorian era's most enigmatic explorers and linguists. Burton's literary style is characterized by meticulous observation, vivid descriptions, and an unyielding curiosity about the cultures he encountered, offering readers an immersive insight into the worlds of travel, anthropology, and sexuality. His works, spanning poetry, travel narratives, and translations, not only reflect the complexities of 19th-century imperial attitudes but also challenge them, presenting alternative perspectives on colonial encounters and human behavior. Sir Richard Francis Burton was not merely an explorer; he was a polymath steeped in languages, religions, and the arts, with a lifelong fascination for understanding the 'other.' His upbringing in a cultured household fostered a passion for exploration and scholarship, while his personal quests'Äîsuch as his expeditions to discover the sources of the Nile'Äîreveal an individual unafraid to push societal boundaries. This intellectual background undoubtedly shaped the eclectic tapestry of his writings. The Complete Works of Sir Richard Francis Burton is an essential addition to the libraries of those interested in exploration, cultural studies, and Victorian literature. This collection invites readers to delve into the multifaceted voice of a man who was as controversial as he was visionary, encouraging a critical engagement with the legacies of exploration and representation.

© 2023 Good Press (E-bog): 8596547791379

Oversættere: Richard F. Burton, Edward Rehatsek, Isabel Burton

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E-bog: 27. december 2023

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