Publisher's Synopsis
The Voyages And Five Years������� Captivity In Algiers, Of Doctor G. S. F. Pfeiffer (1836) is a book written by G. Simon Friedrich Pfeiffer. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experiences during his travels and captivity in Algiers. Pfeiffer was a German physician who traveled extensively throughout Europe, Africa, and the Middle East in the early 19th century.In 1817, Pfeiffer embarked on a journey to Egypt and the Ottoman Empire. During his travels, he was captured by pirates and taken to Algiers, where he spent five years in captivity. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences during this time, including his interactions with his captors, his efforts to escape, and his eventual release.In addition to his captivity, the book also describes Pfeiffer's travels throughout the region, including his visits to Egypt, Syria, and Greece. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture and customs of the region during this time period, as well as the political and social conditions that existed.Overall, The Voyages And Five Years������� Captivity In Algiers, Of Doctor G. S. F. Pfeiffer (1836) is a compelling and insightful account of one man's experiences during a tumultuous time in history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Middle East and North Africa, as well as the experiences of travelers and captives during this time period.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.
