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Ultima Thule V1: Or A Summer In Iceland

Ultima Thule V1: Or A Summer In Iceland

Burton, Richard F.

Paperback

Literary FiguresGeneral World HistoryIceland & Greenland

ISBN10: 1432675303
ISBN13: 9781432675301
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 1 2007
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ultima Thule V1: Or A Summer In Iceland is a book written by Richard F. Burton, an English explorer, translator, and writer, which chronicles his travels and experiences during his summer in Iceland. The book is divided into two volumes, with this being the first volume. Burton's account of his journey to Iceland provides readers with a vivid description of the country's landscape, culture, and people. He describes the natural beauty of the country, including its glaciers, hot springs, and waterfalls, as well as the harsh living conditions of the Icelandic people. Throughout the book, Burton also shares his observations on Icelandic customs, traditions, and folklore. He describes the Icelandic sagas and their impact on the country's culture, as well as the role of the Icelandic parliament, the Althing. In addition to his travelogue, Burton also includes various essays on topics such as Icelandic literature, geology, and history. He also includes a detailed appendix with information on Icelandic grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, making the book a valuable resource for those interested in learning about the Icelandic language. Overall, Ultima Thule V1: Or A Summer In Iceland is a fascinating and informative account of Iceland during the mid-19th century, written by a renowned explorer and scholar.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.

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