The Fire of Desert Folk: The Account of a Journey Through Morocco (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162776217)

""The Fire of Desert Folk: The Account of a Journey Through Morocco"" is a travelogue written by Ferdinand Ossendowski. The book recounts his journey through Morocco, a North African country known for its vibrant culture, diverse landscapes, and rich history. Ossendowski's account is a vivid portrayal of the people, places, and customs he encountered during his travels. He describes the bustling markets, the majestic architecture, and the vast deserts that define Morocco's landscape. Along the way, he meets a variety of locals, from nomadic tribes to city dwellers, and shares their stories and traditions. The book also touches on the political and social issues facing Morocco at the time, providing a unique perspective on the country's history and culture. Overall, ""The Fire of Desert Folk"" is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in travel, history, and culture.1926. Dr. Ossendowski is a man of long and diverse experience as a scientist and writer with a training for careful observation. Contents: Storms of the Sea-and of Hate; The Heirs of Phoenicia; The Primitive Races of the North; A Twelfth-Century Miracle-Worker; The City of the Moors; Among the Djinns; Over the Moroccan Frontier; Across Waterless Rivers; An Opal in an Emerald Setting; The Islamic Flame; Slavery-Black and Red; In an Outpost of the Rif; The Last Day in the City of Idris; Olympus and the Sons of the Prophet; In the City of the Black Tyrant; A Sultan�������s Palace O�������er a Pirates������� Nest; Magicians of the Market-Place; A Versailles Under Atlas Snows; As Women Live and Men Dine in Maghreb; A Feudal Atlas Tribe; White Swans on an Azure Shore; Two Worlds; and On the High Plateaus. See other works available by this author from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Ferdinand Ossendowski
ISBN-10: 1162776218
ISBN-13: 9781162776217
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 366
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d