Publisher's Synopsis
Timbuctoo: The Mysterious is a book written by Felix Dubois, available in a large print edition. The book is a travelogue that chronicles Dubois' journey to the fabled city of Timbuktu, located in Mali, West Africa. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part detailing Dubois' preparations for the journey, and the second part describing his experiences during the journey itself. Dubois' journey to Timbuktu was made in the late 19th century, when the city was considered to be one of the most remote and inaccessible places on earth. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the customs, traditions, and way of life of the people who lived in this region at the time. Dubois describes the harsh conditions he encountered during his journey, including extreme heat, sandstorms, and the constant threat of bandits. Despite the challenges he faced, Dubois was determined to reach Timbuktu and uncover the mysteries of this legendary city. Along the way, he met many interesting characters, including traders, nomads, and religious leaders. He also encountered many ancient ruins and artifacts, which he describes in detail in the book. Overall, Timbuctoo: The Mysterious is a captivating account of one man's quest to uncover the secrets of a city shrouded in mystery and legend. Dubois' vivid descriptions of his journey and the people he encountered make this book a must-read for anyone interested in African history and culture.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) A Very Well-Illustrated Work, The Author Traveled Along The Niger, Jenne, Songhois, Sudan To Timbuctoo. A Good Description Of The Commerce, Life, University Of Sankore, Politics, Literature, The French Connection, People, Etc.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.