Richard Francis Burton

The City of the Saints, and Across the Rocky Mountains to California (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Richard Francis Sir Burton's 'The City of the Saints, and Across the Rocky Mountains to California' is a captivating travelogue that provides a detailed account of his journey across the American West in the mid-19th century. Burton's literary style is marked by vivid descriptions of the landscapes, encounters with native tribes, and reflections on the emerging frontier society. The book offers a glimpse into the cultural and social dynamics of the time, making it a valuable historical document. Despite some controversial views expressed by Burton, his writing remains an important contribution to the understanding of the American West during this period. Richard Francis Sir Burton, a renowned British explorer and scholar, was known for his adventurous spirit and curiosity about different cultures. His background in anthropology and linguistics influenced his interest in documenting his travels with precision and detail. 'The City of the Saints' reflects Burton's passion for exploration and his commitment to unveiling the complexities of the regions he visited. For readers interested in the history of the American West, as well as fans of travel literature and anthropology, Burton's 'The City of the Saints, and Across the Rocky Mountains to California' is a must-read. Its narrative richness and informative insights make it a compelling read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the frontier experience in 19th-century America.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 830
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Januar 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338110695
• Artikelnr.: 64076935

Autorenporträt

Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was a polymath of the highest order, a man whose insatiable curiosity and linguistic prowess catapulted him into various realms of adventure, scholarship, and exploration. An English explorer, geographer, translator, writer, soldier, orientalist, cartographer, ethnologist, spy, linguist, poet, fencer, and diplomat, Burton's life was anything but mundane. He is often celebrated for his daring travels and explorations in Asia, Africa, and the Americas, as well as for his remarkable talent for languages - it is said he was proficient in at least 29 of them. Burton's literary contributions are vast, but 'The City of the Saints, and Across the Rocky Mountains to California' stands as a pivotal account of his journey through the United States during the mid-19th century. In this work, Burton not only provided a vivid description of the landscape and hardships faced while trekking the Rocky Mountains, but also offered an ethnographic study of the Latter-day Saints community in Utah. The literary style of Burton is distinguished by his detailed and factual narrative infused with a touch of Victorian flair. His intricate portrayal of places and people he encountered has provided valuable historical insights and contributed richly to the field of travel literature. His writings continue to inspire adventurers, linguists, and readers around the world, bearing testament to a legacy that straddled both exploration and literary endeavour.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface
1. Why I went to Great Salt Lake City
2. The Sioux or Dakotas
3. Concluding the route to the Gt. S. L. City
4. First week at Gt. S. L. City. Preliminaries
5. Second week at Gt. S. L. City. Visit to the prophet
6. Descriptive geography, ethnology, and statistics of UT
7. Third week at Gt. S. L. City. Excursions
8. Excursions continued
9. Latter-Day Saints. Of the Mormon religion
10. Further observations at Gt. S. L. City
11. Last days at Gt. S. L. City
12. To Ruby Valley
13. To Carson Valley
Conclusion
Appendices
Index.