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This Is The First English Translation Of The Famous Risala, Letters By The Tenthcentury Traveler Ibn Fadlan, One Of The Great Medieval Travelers In World History, Akin To Ibn Battuta. Ibn Fadlan Was An Arab Missionary Sent By The Caliph In Baghdad To The King Of The Bulghars. He Journeyed From Baghdad To Bukhara In Central Asia And Then Continued Across The Desert To The Town Of Bulghar, Near Present Kazan. He Describes The Tribes He Met On His Way And Gives An Account Of Their Customs. His Is The Earliest Account Of A Meeting With The Vikings, Called Rus, Who Had Reached The Volga River From Sweden. His Detailed Description Of The Rus, Or Rusiya As He Calls Them, Has Produced Much Discussion About Their Origins, Sexual Moral Standards, Customs, Treatment Of Slaves And Women, Burial Traditions, And Trading Habits. The Story Of His Travels Has Fascinated Scholars And Even Prompted Michael Crichton To Write The Popular Novel Eaters Of The Dead, Which Was Made Into A Film Entitled The 13Th Warrior.
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- Q: What is 'Ibn Fadlan's Journey To Russia' about? A: 'Ibn Fadlan's Journey To Russia' is the first English translation of the Risala, which contains letters from the tenth-century traveler Ibn Fadlan. It details his journey from Baghdad to the Volga River, highlighting his encounters with various tribes and providing the earliest account of the Vikings, known as Rus.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ibn Fadlan, with contributions from Ahmad in the translation and publication process.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: This book is a used book in good condition, offering readers insights into medieval travel and cultural encounters.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Ibn Fadlan's Journey To Russia' contains a total of 158 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on December 1, 2009.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: 'Ibn Fadlan's Journey To Russia' is categorized under Asia.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring it is ready for readers without any damage.
- Q: Is there any material specification for this book? A: There is no specific material listed for the book, as it is primarily a paperback.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about Ibn Fadlan's travels, his observations of different tribes, and the early interactions with Vikings, which provide valuable historical insights.