The Life of Sir Richard Burton
Unveiling the Adventurous Life of a Literary ExplorerBy Thomas Wright
Length13h 12m
About this audiobook
In "The Life of Sir Richard Burton," Thomas Wright embarks on a meticulous exploration of the extraordinary life of one of the 19th century's most enigmatic figures. Wright adeptly combines biographical narrative with scholarly rigor, situating Burton'Äôs adventures within the wider context of Victorian exploration, imperialism, and cultural exchange. The prose is both engaging and informative, weaving intricate details from Burton'Äôs diverse pursuits'Äîranging from linguistics to exploration and even controversial works on sexuality'Äîinto a coherent and captivating story. This biography reflects the socio-political tensions of the era while also delving into Burton's complex personality, marked by intellectual curiosity and cultural transgression. Thomas Wright, an esteemed biographer and historian, draws on extensive archival research and firsthand accounts to present a nuanced portrait of Burton. His background in literature and historical scholarship allows him to connect the personal and professional aspects of Burton's life, bringing to light the motivations that drove this multifaceted character into the heart of Africa, Arabia, and beyond. Wright'Äôs profound understanding of Burton's influences, including the allure of adventure and the thirst for knowledge, shapes this compelling narrative. Ideal for scholars, students, and general readers alike, "The Life of Sir Richard Burton" is not merely a biography; it is an invitation to traverse the disparate worlds of exploration, anthropology, and cultural identity. Readers will find themselves entranced by Burton'Äôs exploits while gaining insight into the broader implications of his work on the modern understanding of cross-cultural encounters. Wright'Äôs expertly crafted biography is essential for anyone interested in adventurers, empire, and the complexities of human experience.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length13 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1This Work is Dedicated to Sir Richard Burton's Kinsman And Friend, Major St. George Richard Burton, The Black Watch.
2Preface.
3Childhood and Youth
41. Torquay and Elstree.
52. Tours and Elstree.
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63. Death of Richard Baker, 16th September 1824.
74. At School, Richmond, 1829.
85. The Continent Again.
9Chapter II. October 1840-April 1842, Oxford
106. Trinity College, October 1840.
117. Expelled, April 1842.
12Chapter III. April 1842-20th February 1847, Sind
138. To Bombay, 18th June 1842.
149. Baroda. The Bubu.
1510. Karachi. Love of Disguise.
1611. A Dangerous Mission, 1845.
1712. The Persian Beauty.
1813. A Simian Dictionary.
1914. Duality.
20Chapter IV. 20th February 1847-1849. Under the Spell of Camoens
21Bibliography:
2215. Goa and Camoens.
2316. "Would you a Sufi be?"
2417. Letter to Sarah Burton, 14th Nov. 1848.
2518. Allahdad.
26Chapter V. 1849 to 3rd April, 1853, Chiefly Boulogne
27Bibliography:
2819. A Motto from Ariosto.
2920. Isabel Arundell & "My Dear Louisa." 1851.
3021. Forster FitzGerald Arbuthnot 1853.
31Chapter VI. 3rd April 1853 to 29th October 1854, Pilgrimage to Mecca
3211. The Kasidah (commenced). 12. El Islam (commenced).
3322. The Man Wants to Wander.
3423. Haji Wali, 1853.
3524. The Pilgrim Ship, 6th July 1853.
3625. Medina.
3726. Mecca.
3827. Burton's Delight in Shocking.
3928. El Islam.
40Chapter VII. 29th October 1854—9th February, 1855 To Harar
41Bibliography: 13. Pilgrimage to Al-Madimah and Meccah. 3 vols. 1855-1856.
4229. At Aden. The Arabian Nights. Oct. 1854.
4330. From Zeila to Harar, 27th November 1854 to 2nd January 1855.
4431. At Harar.
4532. From Harar to Berbera. 13th Jan. 1855-5th Feb. 1855.
4633. The Fight at Berbera, 22nd April, 1855.
47Chapter VIII. 9th February 1855-October 1856, The Crimea
4814. First Footsteps in East Africa, 1856.
4934. The Crimea.
5035. Engaged to Isabel Arundell, August 1856.
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