The Land of Midian: Volume II

By Richard F. Burton

"The Land of Midian" by Richard F. Burton is a detailed account of the author's explorations in the region historically known as Midian, located in the northwestern part of the Arabian Peninsula. The work is divided into two main parts, each chronicling different phases of Burton's journey. Part I, "The March Through Madyan Proper (North Midian)," begins with Burton's departure from Trieste and his initial travels from El-muwaylah to the "White Mountain" and 'Ayn ah. This section highlights Burton's groundbreaking exploration to Magh ir Shu'ayb and his investigations into the presence of precious metals in the region, drawing on historical papyri and accounts from medieval Arab geographers. Burton's work at Magh ir Shu'Ayb and subsequent excursions to Makn are detailed, including his observations of the local Mag ni or Makn wis people. The narrative continues with a cruise from Makn to El-'Akabah and a subsequent journey back to El-Muwaylah, during which Burton narrowly escapes a shipwreck. Part II, "The March Through Central and Eastern Midian," documents Burton's work around El-Muwaylah and his travels through East Midian to the Hism . He explores the unknown lands south of the Hism , including the ruins of Shuw k and Shaghab, and continues to Zib , where he examines the ruins of El-Khandak ' and Umm mil, as well as a turquoise mine. Burton's journey takes him to the Sh rr Mountain and further south to El-Wijh, where he notes the quarantine practices and the Hutaym tribe. His exploration of the southern sulphur-hill and cruise to El-Haur provide insights into the Baliyy tribe and the volcanic centers of northwestern Arabia. The narrative concludes with Burton's final march to the inland fort and the ruins of gold mines at Umm El-Kar y t and Umm El-Har b, followed by a description of the plain Badais and the Wady Hamz, where he examines classical ruins and the mine of "Marwah." The book concludes with a summary of the southern journey and appendices that provid

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CTYXMNSR
• ISBN13: 9791041984381
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Culturea
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.4" x 9.7"