The True Life Of Sir Richard F. Burton (1896) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165736485)

The True Life of Sir Richard F. Burton is a biographical book written by Georgiana M. Stisted and published in 1896. The book chronicles the life of Sir Richard Francis Burton, a British explorer, linguist, and writer who lived from 1821 to 1890. Stisted's biography provides a detailed account of Burton's life, including his early years in England, his travels to India and Africa, and his controversial exploration of Mecca. The book also delves into Burton's personal life, including his marriage to Isabel Arundell, his relationships with other women, and his literary achievements. Stisted's writing is based on extensive research, including interviews with Burton's friends and family members, as well as his own writings and correspondence. The True Life of Sir Richard F. Burton remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this fascinating historical figure.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: Georgiana M. Stisted
ISBN-10: 1165736489
ISBN-13: 9781165736485
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 438
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d