Publisher's Synopsis
The Pilgrimage of Sir Richard Guylforde to the Holy Land, A.D. 1506 is a historical account written by Henry Ellis and published in 1838. The book is a detailed description of the journey of Sir Richard Guylforde, an English knight, to the Holy Land in 1506. The pilgrimage was undertaken as an act of religious devotion, and the book provides a fascinating insight into the customs and practices of medieval pilgrimage.The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing a different aspect of the journey. It begins with an introduction to Sir Richard Guylforde and his motivations for undertaking the pilgrimage. It then goes on to describe the preparations for the journey, including the selection of the pilgrims and the procurement of supplies.The journey itself is described in great detail, with accounts of the various stops along the way and the sights and sounds encountered by the pilgrims. The book also provides information about the customs and practices of pilgrimage, including the various rituals and ceremonies that were performed along the way.The final chapters of the book describe the pilgrims' arrival in the Holy Land and their experiences at the various holy sites. The book concludes with a summary of the journey and its significance in the context of medieval pilgrimage.Overall, The Pilgrimage of Sir Richard Guylforde to the Holy Land, A.D. 1506 is a fascinating historical account that provides a unique insight into the customs and practices of medieval pilgrimage. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion and travel.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.
