Portrait of Richard Francis Burton

Richard Francis Burton

Captain Sir Richard Francis Burton, KCMG, FRGS, was a British explorer, writer, scholar and military officer. He was famed for his travels and explorations in Asia, Africa and South America, as well as his extensive knowledge of languages and cultures, speaking up to 29 different languages.

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The Land of Midian (Revisited) — Volume 2

"The Land of Midian (Revisited) — Volume 2" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a detailed exploration narrative written in the late 19th century. The te...

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Goa and the Blue Mountains; or, Six months of sick leave

"Goa, and the Blue Mountains; or, Six Months of Sick Leave" by Richard F. Burton is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The work recou...

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First Footsteps in East Africa

"First Footsteps in East Africa" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles Burton's p...

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A New System of Sword Exercise for Infantry

"A New System of Sword Exercise for Infantry" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a military manual written in the late 19th century. The book aims to pr...

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The Land of Midian (Revisited) — Volume 1

"The Land of Midian (Revisited) — Volume 1" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a travelogue and scientific publication written during the late 19th cent...

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Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 2

"Two Trips to Gorilla Land and the Cataracts of the Congo, Volume 2" by Richard F. Burton is a travel narrative penned in the late 19th century. This ...

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Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1

"Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1" by Captain Sir Richard F. Burton is a historical account written during the mid...

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To The Gold Coast for Gold: A Personal Narrative. Vol. II

"To The Gold Coast for Gold: A Personal Narrative. Vol. II" by Richard F. Burton and Verney Lovett Cameron is a historical account written in the late...

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To The Gold Coast for Gold: A Personal Narrative. Vol. I

“To The Gold Coast for Gold: A Personal Narrative. Vol. I” by Richard F. Burton and Verney Lovett Cameron is a historical account likely written in th...

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Zanzibar; city, island, and coast. Vol. 2 (of 2)

"Zanzibar; City, Island, and Coast. Vol. 2" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a historical travelogue and exploration account written in the late 19th ...

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Wanderings in Three Continents

"Wanderings in Three Continents" by Captain Sir Richard F. Burton is a collection of travel essays written in the late 19th century. This work showcas...

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The Lake Regions of Central Africa: A Picture of Exploration, Vol. 2

"The Lake Regions of Central Africa: A Picture of Exploration, Vol. 2" by Richard F. Burton is a detailed exploration account written in the mid-19th ...

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The Lake Regions of Central Africa: A Picture of Exploration, Vol. 1

"The Lake Regions of Central Africa: A Picture of Exploration, Vol. 1" by Richard F. Burton is a detailed historical account written in the mid-19th c...

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The Book of the Sword

"The Book of the Sword" by Richard F. Burton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work examines the significance of the sword...

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The Kasîdah of Hâjî Abdû El-Yezdî

"The Kasîdah of Hâjî Abdû El-Yezdî" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a poignant collection of poetic thought, written in the late 19th century. This w...

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Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Richard F. Burton

"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Richard F. Burton" by Burton is a comprehensive compilation of various works by the renowned Victorian-era ex...

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The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam

"The Jew, The Gypsy and El Islam" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work comprises a collect...

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Vikram and the Vampire; or, Tales of Hindu Devilry

"Vikram and the Vampire; or, Tales of Hindu Devilry" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a collection of traditional Indian tales adapted into English, w...

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Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 2

"Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 2" by Captain Sir Richard F. Burton is a historical account written during the lat...

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Zanzibar; city, island, and coast. Vol. 1 (of 2)

"Zanzibar: City, Island, and Coast. Vol. 1" by Sir Richard Francis Burton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work captures...

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