Travels Or Observations Relating to Several Parts of Barbary and the Levant - Thomas Shaw - Bog

First published in 1738, this classic travelogue follows the adventures of eighteenth-century scholar Thomas Shaw as he travels through the Middle East and North Africa. Shaw's keen eye for detail and his deep knowledge of the region make this a fascinating and informative read, while the exquisite copperplate engravings bring his observations vividly to life. An essential resource for historians and anyone interested in the history and culture of the Middle East.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.