The Travels of Ibn Battutah

Name: The Travels of Ibn Battutah
SKU: 9781909621473
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Designed to appeal to the book lover, the Macmillan Collector’s Library is a series of beautifully bound pocket-sized gift editions of much loved classic titles. Bound in real cloth, printed on high quality paper, and featuring ribbon markers and gilt edges, Macmillan Collector’s Library are books to love and treasure.

Ibn Battutah – ethnographer, bigrapher, anecdotal historian and occasional botanist – was just twenty-one when he set out in 1325 from his native Tangier on a pilgramage to Mecca . . . He did not return to Morocco for another twenty-nine years, travelling instead through more than forty countries on the modern map, covering seventy-five thousand miles and getting as far north as the Volga, as far east as China and as far south as Tanzania. He wrote of his travels, and comes across as a superb ethnographer, biographer, anecdotal historian and occasional botanist and gastronome.

With this edition by Mackintosh-Smith, Battutah’s Travels takes its place alongside other indestructible masterpieces of the travel-writing genre.

Language: English
Hardcover:
ISBN-10: 1909621471
ISBN-13: 9781909621473
Genre: Classics
Condition: New

SKU: 9781909621473 Categories: Books, Classics, English Books Author: Ibn Battuta

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The Travels of Ibn Battutah

The Travels of Ibn Battutah Book Description

Readers will love the elegant Macmillan Collector’s Library edition of The Travels of Ibn Battutah. This pocket‑sized classic is bound in real cloth, printed on high‑quality paper, and finished with ribbon markers and gilt edges. The design makes it a perfect gift for anyone who cherishes beautifully crafted books.

Inside, Ibn Battutah sets out from Tangier in 1325 at just twenty‑one years old. He embarks on a pilgrimage to Mecca and never returns to Morocco for twenty‑nine years. During that time he crosses more than forty modern countries, traveling 75,000 miles from the Volga in the north to China in the east and Tanzania in the south. Throughout his journeys he records vivid observations of cultures, peoples, and landscapes.

The author, Mackintosh‑Smith, provides a clear translation that captures Ibn Battutah’s voice as an ethnographer, biographer, and occasional botanist. Moreover, he presents the narrative in a way that feels both scholarly and highly readable. Therefore, this edition stands proudly alongside other indestructible masterpieces of travel writing.

Key Features of The Travels of Ibn Battutah

Fans of classic travel literature will appreciate the high‑grade paper that resists yellowing, ensuring the book lasts for generations. Additionally, the cloth binding and gilt edges give the volume a timeless, museum‑quality appearance. Meanwhile, the ribbon markers allow readers to easily return to favorite passages.

Furthermore, the edition includes helpful footnotes that explain historical references and archaic terms. This guidance helps modern readers understand the context without breaking the flow of the story. Also, the compact size makes it convenient to carry on any journey.

Why Read This Book?

Readers can explore a world that predates modern maps yet feels remarkably familiar. The story reveals how curiosity and courage can bridge continents and cultures. Because Ibn Battutah records daily life, food, and customs, the book serves as a unique window into the 14th‑century globe.

Moreover, the text inspires travelers to seek adventure and learn from each encounter. Many readers find the blend of personal anecdotes and scholarly detail both entertaining and educational. Therefore, it is an ideal choice for book clubs, history buffs, and wanderlust seekers alike.

About This Book

Language: English
Hardcover: Yes
ISBN‑10: 1909621471
ISBN‑13: 9781909621473
Genre: Classics
Condition: New

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