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Lamartine, Alphonse de
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1869
Lamartine, Alphonse Marie Louis de
De Lamartine, Alphonse
Lamartine de Prat, Alphonse-Marie-Louis de
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Narrative of the residence of Fatalla Sayeghir among the wandering Arabs of the great desert
$aPhiladelphia :$bCarey, Lea & Blanchard, $c1836.
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"Narrative of the Residence of Fatalla Sayeghir among the Wandering Arabs of the Great Desert" by Alphonse de Lamartine is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work revolves around the experiences of Fatalla Sayeghir, an Arab youth traveling through the desert tribes of Syria and their unique customs and ways of life. This narrative offers insight into the cultural dynamics and challenges faced by those who inhabit the desert regions. The opening of the narrative details the author's reflections on the nature of humanity amidst his journaling experiences. Lamartine explores the significance of race and culture in shaping human identity, while expressing a deep desire to understand and connect with the tribes of the Middle East. Following this introduction, the story formally begins with Fatalla Sayeghir recounting his journey from Aleppo to various destinations, revealing his initial introduction to trade, his relationship with M. de Lascaris, and their joint venture into the unknown realms of the Bedouins. As they navigate through lively towns and encounters with different tribes, the opening segment sets the stage for a broader exploration of life among the Arabs and reflects the intertwining of commerce, culture, and adventure on their path. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/narrativeofresid00lama/page/n9/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Arabian Peninsula -- Description and travel
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Category: Travel Writing
Category: History - Other
Category: Archaeology & Anthropology
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