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Richard Francis Burton


 

Sir Richard Francis Burton (March 19, 1821 – October 19, 1890), British consul, explorer, translator, writer and Orientalist known for his often-unprecedented exploits of travel and exploration as well as his extraordinary knowledge of languages and cultures.

References

  • Selected Papers on Anthropology, Travel, and Exploration ed. N.M. Penzer
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~ Table of Content ~

►Introduction
►Early life and education
►First explorations and journey to Mecca
►Exploration of the Somali Country
►Sources of the Nile
►Diplomatic service and scholarship
►Quotations
►Writings of Richard Francis Burton
►As a fictional character
►External links
►References

 

 

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