A Modern Pilgrim In Mecca (1918)

By A.J.B. Wavell

Book Overview

A Modern Pilgrim In Mecca is a travelogue written by Arthur John Byng Wavell in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of Wavell's journey to Mecca, the holiest city in Islam, as a non-Muslim pilgrim. The author describes the challenges he faced during his pilgrimage, including the strict rules and regulations enforced by the Saudi Arabian authorities, and the cultural differences he encountered. Wavell's narrative also explores the history and significance of Mecca in Islamic tradition, as well as the rituals and ceremonies associated with the Hajj pilgrimage. The author's observations and reflections on the spiritual significance of the pilgrimage are also included in the book.Overall, A Modern Pilgrim In Mecca provides a unique and insightful perspective on one of the most important religious sites in the world, as seen through the eyes of a non-Muslim visitor.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164071211
• ISBN13: 9781164071211
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"