Ultima Thule V1: Or A Summer In Iceland

by Richard Francis Burton

Book Overview

Ultima Thule V1: Or A Summer In Iceland is a travelogue written by Richard F. Burton, an English explorer, writer, and linguist. The book is a detailed account of Burton's travels to Iceland during the summer of 1872. The title ""Ultima Thule"" refers to the ancient Greek and Roman concept of a distant and unknown land beyond the borders of the known world.In the book, Burton describes his experiences in Iceland, including his encounters with the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163294187
• ISBN13: 9781163294185
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"