Southern Arabia

Southern Arabia is a comprehensive travelogue and exploration book written by Theodore Bent, an English archaeologist and adventurer who traveled extensively throughout the Arabian Peninsula in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Bent's travels through the southern region of Arabia, including Yemen, Oman, and the Hadhramaut Valley.Bent's writing is rich in detail and provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture, history, and geography of the region. He describes the landscape, the people, and their customs, as well as the various archaeological sites and ancient ruins he encountered during his travels.The book is divided into chapters that cover different regions and topics, such as the city of Aden, the island of Socotra, and the ancient city of Marib. Throughout the book, Bent provides historical context and background information, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Arabia.Overall, Southern Arabia is a captivating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on a region that is often overlooked in Western literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, archaeology, or Middle Eastern history.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.