Publisher's Synopsis
The True Life of Sir Richard F. Burton is a biography written by Georgiana M. Stisted and first published in 1896. The book chronicles the life of Sir Richard Francis Burton, a British explorer, linguist, and diplomat who lived from 1821 to 1890. Stisted's biography provides a detailed and comprehensive account of Burton's life, from his early years as a student at Oxford University to his travels across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The book also explores Burton's controversial career as a diplomat, his interest in Eastern cultures and religions, and his personal relationships, including his marriage to Isabel Arundell, whom he met while serving in India.Throughout the book, Stisted draws on a range of sources, including Burton's own writings, letters, and journals, as well as the accounts of his contemporaries. She paints a vivid picture of a man who was both brilliant and complex, who pushed the boundaries of what was considered acceptable in his time, and who left a lasting impact on the world of exploration and scholarship.Overall, The True Life of Sir Richard F. Burton is a fascinating and engaging biography that offers a unique insight into the life of one of the most remarkable figures of the 19th century.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.
