Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume 1 (of 2) by Isabella L. Bird
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| Author | Bird, Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy), 1831-1904 |
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| Title |
Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume 1 (of 2) Including a Summer in the Upper Karun Region and a Visit to the Nestorian Rayahs |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Isabella L. Bird is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. This account documents the author's experiences and observations during her travels across Persia and Kurdistan. Through her vivid descriptions, Bird seeks to provide insights into the cultures, landscapes, and people she encounters in these regions. At the start of the narrative, Bird arrives in Bushire, a port city in Persia, and describes the challenges and discomforts of her journey, including her interactions with locals and the mercurial weather. She vividly captures the sights of the seaport and the bustling life therein while introducing her assistant, Hadji, a Gulf Arab who will help her navigate the complexities of travel in the region. Bird expresses her concern about securing reliable support, emphasizing the difficulties often encountered by women travelers in unfamiliar cultures. The opening pages set a tone of adventure, rich sensory details, and candid reflections, inviting readers to embark on a journey alongside her as she explores the intricacies of Persian life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Iran -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Kurdistan -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38827 |
| Release Date | Feb 11, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 284 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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