Primary Sources, Historical Collections: The Travels of Ludovico di Varthema in Egypt, Syria, Arabia Deserta and Arabia Felix, in Persia, With a Forew (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781022251335)

Discover the rich history and culture of the Middle East through the perspective of an Italian adventurer in the 16th century. Varthema's detailed and entertaining travelogue includes encounters with pirates, escapades with beautiful women, and insights into the daily life, politics, and religion of the lands he explores.

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