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by Ibn Batuta (Author), Samuel Lee (Translator)
The Travels of Ibn Batuta is a travelogue written by the Muslim scholar and explorer Ibn Batuta. Originally written in Arabic in the 14th century, it was later translated into English by Samuel Lee in 1829. The book recounts Ibn Batuta's extensive travels throughout the Islamic world and beyond, covering over 75,000 miles and visiting places such as Mecca, India, China, and West Africa. The book is divided into four parts, each detailing a different phase of Ibn Batuta's journey. The first part covers his pilgrimage to Mecca, while the second part describes his travels through the Middle East, Central Asia, and India. The third part covers his journey to China, and the fourth part details his travels in West Africa. Throughout the book, Ibn Batuta provides detailed descriptions of the people, cultures, and landscapes he encounters, as well as his observations on politics, religion, and social customs. He also shares his personal experiences and challenges, such as his encounters with bandits and his struggles with illness. The Travels of Ibn Batuta is considered an important historical document, providing valuable insight into the medieval Islamic world and the cultures and societies that existed at the time. It is also a fascinating account of one man's remarkable journey and the adventures he experienced along the way.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.
