The Burton Holmes Lectures, Volume 1 (of 10) by Burton Holmes
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"The Burton Holmes Lectures, Volume 1" by Burton Holmes is a collection of travel lectures written in the late 19th century. The work features Holmes' personal narratives and observations from his extensive travels, particularly focusing on destinations that intrigued Western audiences during his time. The first volume sets the stage for an exploration of Morocco, as Holmes shares his experiences through vivid descriptions and captivating photography. The opening of the book introduces
us to Elias Burton Holmes, a traveler and photographer who began his public speaking career sharing his travels through Europe and Japan. He reflects on the magic of illustrated lectures and the challenge of conveying the same immersive experience to readers. As he recounts his journey into Morocco, readers are immersed in the stark cultural contrasts he observes, from the bustling scene at the straits of Gibraltar to the rich traditions and striking scenery of Tangier. Holmes vividly describes his arrival in Morocco, the chaotic yet entertaining spectacle of disembarking, and the historic significance of the region as a bridge between Europe and Africa, hinting at the deeper explorations to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Holmes, Burton, 1870-1958 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Burton Holmes Lectures, Volume 1 (of 10) In Ten Volumes |
| Note | With illustrations from photographs by the author. |
| Contents | Into Morocco -- Fez -- Through the heart of the Moorish empire. |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58281 |
| Release Date | Nov 14, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 416 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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