Notes on the Bedouins and Wahábys, Vol. 1 of 2: Collected During His Travels in the East (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Notes on the Bedouins and Wahábys offers a detailed view of desert life and history.

This two‑volume work gathers Burckhardt’s observations from travels in the East, focusing on Bedouin tribes, their customs, dress, arts, and daily routines, as well as the rise of the Wahabys and their wars with other Arabs and the Turks. The edition presents the author’s material faithfully, with scholarly notes and context provided by the editor to help readers understand the desert world and its people.

• Learn about Bedouin classifications, camps, and the tools that organize desert life
• Explore customs, social structure, gender roles, and hospitality in Arab camps
• Discover language, poetry, and storytelling that shape Bedouin identity
• Understand the Wahabys as a historical movement and its impact on the region

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