Near East

In ‘Eothen; Or, Traces of Travel Brought Home from the East, ‘ Alexander William Kinglake presents a captivating travel narrative that blends vivid descriptions of the Eastern landscapes with profoun …

Lady Anne Blunt’s A Pilgrimage to Nejd: The Court of Arab Emir & Persian Campaign is a remarkable account of her travels to the Arabian Peninsula in the late 19th century. Blunt’s literary style is b …

In ‘A Boswell of Baghdad; With Diversions, ‘ E. V. Lucas presents a vivid, multifaceted exploration of Baghdad during the early 20th century, reflecting the enchanting and tumultuous spirit of this a …

In ‘A Ride Across Palestine, ‘ Anthony Trollope offers an immersive travelogue that intricately blends personal narrative with keen observations of the landscapes, cultures, and communities of 19th-c …

In ‘Peeps at Many Lands: Turkey, ‘ Julius R. Van Millingen presents an illuminating exploration of Turkey’s diverse landscapes, cultures, and historical significance. Written in the travelogue tradit …

In ‘In the Levant, ‘ Charles Dudley Warner weaves a rich tapestry of travel writing that captures the beauty, complexity, and historical depth of the Eastern Mediterranean. Through lyrical prose and …

In ‘An Egyptian Oasis, ‘ H. J. L. Beadnell presents a vivid exploration of the intricate landscapes and cultural tapestry of Egypt’s oases through a rich narrative style that merges vivid description …

In ‘Travels in Syria and the Holy Land, ‘ John Lewis Burckhardt offers an illuminating account of his explorations through the Middle East during the early 19th century. This work not only captures t …

In ‘Visits to Monasteries in the Levant, ‘ Robert Curzon embarks on a meticulous exploration of religious sites during the 19th century, with a particular focus on the monasteries of the Eastern Medi …

In ‘Haifa; or, Life in Modern Palestine, ‘ Laurence Oliphant presents a vivid and poignant portrayal of Palestine during the late 19th century. Through a blend of travel writing and sociopolitical co …