Bøger af Fred Burnaby

This gripping novel tells the story of a group of radical activists in 19th century England, struggling to bring about social change in a world dominated by the wealthy and powerful. Drawing on his own experiences as a political activist, Fred Burnaby paints a vivid picture of the challenges and sacrifices that come with fighting for a cause. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of social movements and political activism.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""On Horseback Through Asia Minor V2"" is a travelogue written by Fred Burnaby, chronicling his journey through Asia Minor on horseback. The book is a sequel to the first volume, and it continues the story of Burnaby's adventures as he travels through the region, encountering various cultures and landscapes. The author provides vivid descriptions of the people he meets, the cities he visits, and the natural beauty of the region. Burnaby's account is also notable for its insights into the political and social conditions of the time, as he was traveling during a period of great upheaval in the Ottoman Empire. Overall, ""On Horseback Through Asia Minor V2"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in travel, history, or the cultures of the Middle East.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!

The High Alps In Winter: Or Mountaineering In Search Of Health (1883) is a book written by Mrs. Fred Burnaby. It is a detailed account of the author's journey through the Alps during the winter season. The book is divided into several chapters, each describing a different aspect of the author's experience.The first chapter introduces the author and her reasons for undertaking the journey. She explains that she was suffering from poor health and decided to take up mountaineering as a means of improving her condition. The subsequent chapters describe the author's travels through various parts of the Alps, including Switzerland, Italy, and France.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the scenery and natural beauty of the Alps. She also shares her experiences of climbing various mountains and the challenges she faced along the way. The book also includes several illustrations and photographs that help bring the author's journey to life.Overall, The High Alps In Winter: Or Mountaineering In Search Of Health is a fascinating account of one woman's journey through the Alps during the winter season. It provides a unique perspective on mountaineering and the beauty of the natural world.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.

This two-volume work, first published in 1877, recounts British army officer Frederick Burnaby's two-thousand mile journey through Asia Minor to assess Turkey's chances in the impending war with Russia. On the way he creates vivid snapshots of the region and of the people he encounters.

An immediate bestseller when first published in 1877, Burnaby s delight in a life of risk and adventure still burns through the pages, as does his spontaneous affection for the Cossack troopers and Tartar, Khirgiz and Turkoman tribesmen that he encounters on his way.

An account of Captain Burnaby's remarkable 1875 journey through Russian territory during the 'Great Game', when Russia and Britain vied to control central Asia. The book, published in 1876 and immediately reprinted, brought him instant fame. It features maps of the route he travelled and an appendix.