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The Marsh Arabs
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Explore the captivating world of the Marsh Arabs through Wilfred Thesiger's vivid narrative in this brand new paperback edition. With the ISBN 9780141442082, this insightful 240-page book offers an immersive journey into the enduring lifestyle of the Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq. Thesiger, who spent years among these resilient communities, skillfully documents their remarkable traditions, from traveling by canoe between villages to their unique reed houses nestled in the lush waterways.
Dive into a rich tapestry of experiences that detail the hospitality, loyalty, and bravery of the Marsh Arabs as they engage in daily activities like herding buffalo and hunting wild boar. Through Thesiger's eyes, you'll witness the delicate balance of their culture, now facing threats from modern encroachment and historical turmoil under Saddam Hussein's regime.
Perfect for enthusiasts of cultural history and those interested in indigenous lifestyles, this book serves as both an engaging read and a poignant reminder of a vanishing world. Experience the beauty, tragedy, and humor of the Marsh Arabs, illustrated in compelling detail that brings you right into their picturesque yet precarious existence. Add this timeless piece of literature to your collection today and celebrate a culture rich in tradition, resilience, and natural beauty. Enjoy free shipping on your order, processed within 10 days.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141442082
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 240
Description:
During the years he spent among the Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq Wilfred Thesiger came to understand, admire and share a way of life that had endured for many centuries. Travelling from village to village by canoe, he won acceptance by dispensing medicines and treating the sick. In this account of his time there he pays tribute to the hospitality, loyalty, courage and endurance of the people, describes their impressive reed houses, the waterways and lakes teeming with wildlife, the herding of buffalo and hunting of wild boar, moments of tragedy and moments of pure comedy, all in vivid, engaging detail.Untouched by the modern world until recently, these independent people, their way of life and their surroundings have suffered widespread destruction under the regime of Saddam Hussein. Wilfred Thesiger's magnificent account of his time spent among them is a moving testament to their now threatened culture and the landscape they inhabit.
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Dive into a rich tapestry of experiences that detail the hospitality, loyalty, and bravery of the Marsh Arabs as they engage in daily activities like herding buffalo and hunting wild boar. Through Thesiger's eyes, you'll witness the delicate balance of their culture, now facing threats from modern encroachment and historical turmoil under Saddam Hussein's regime.
Perfect for enthusiasts of cultural history and those interested in indigenous lifestyles, this book serves as both an engaging read and a poignant reminder of a vanishing world. Experience the beauty, tragedy, and humor of the Marsh Arabs, illustrated in compelling detail that brings you right into their picturesque yet precarious existence. Add this timeless piece of literature to your collection today and celebrate a culture rich in tradition, resilience, and natural beauty. Enjoy free shipping on your order, processed within 10 days.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141442082
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 240
Description:
During the years he spent among the Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq Wilfred Thesiger came to understand, admire and share a way of life that had endured for many centuries. Travelling from village to village by canoe, he won acceptance by dispensing medicines and treating the sick. In this account of his time there he pays tribute to the hospitality, loyalty, courage and endurance of the people, describes their impressive reed houses, the waterways and lakes teeming with wildlife, the herding of buffalo and hunting of wild boar, moments of tragedy and moments of pure comedy, all in vivid, engaging detail.Untouched by the modern world until recently, these independent people, their way of life and their surroundings have suffered widespread destruction under the regime of Saddam Hussein. Wilfred Thesiger's magnificent account of his time spent among them is a moving testament to their now threatened culture and the landscape they inhabit.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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