The Pilgrimage Of Sir Richard Guylforde To The Holy Land, A.D. 1506 (1838) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164084044)

The Pilgrimage Of Sir Richard Guylforde To The Holy Land, A.D. 1506 is a historical travelogue written by Henry Ellis and published in 1838. The book chronicles the journey of Sir Richard Guylforde, an English nobleman, as he travels to the Holy Land in 1506. The pilgrimage was undertaken as a religious obligation and was a common practice among the wealthy and influential members of society during the Middle Ages.The book provides a detailed account of Sir Richard's journey, including descriptions of the places he visited, the people he met, and the challenges he faced along the way. The author draws on a variety of sources, including Sir Richard's own diary, to provide a vivid and engaging narrative of the pilgrimage.The book is not only a fascinating travelogue but also provides valuable insights into the social, cultural, and religious practices of the time. It offers a glimpse into the mindset of the medieval pilgrim and their motivations for undertaking such a journey.Overall, The Pilgrimage Of Sir Richard Guylforde To The Holy Land, A.D. 1506 is a well-written and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in medieval history, travel writing, or religious studies.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: Henry Ellis
ISBN-10: 1164084046
ISBN-13: 9781164084044
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 116
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.24d